Intersection of the Arts

As scholars, artists, readers, fans . . . we wear so many hats. Here is an interesting cross-disciplinary -- professional sports and literature -- piece from one of today's most well-respected writers, Sherman Alexie. I bring this to your attention for two main reasons, regarding the class:

1. First, we will be working to see how we can take writing and use it in many disciplines. It is that cross-disciplinary liberal arts move that makes your ability to write so important to your citizenship!
2. Second, this is a fine example of two seemingly different worlds -- the "high art" of poetry and the pop culture of sports -- working together.

The form of the poem is a villanelle. It is a traditional Euro form!