SUMMARY: The University of Louisville’s mid-January lecture titled “Swamp Tales, Trans Ghosts, and Nonbinary Magical Realism,” presented by Professor C. Riley Snorton, examined swamps as “nonbinary spaces” intersecting with themes of race, gender, and sexuality. The lecture integrated Black ecologies and trans studies, questioning the coloniality of climate change and identity. Snorton discussed three swamp narratives—the Wild Man of the Green Swamp, the Honey Island Swamp monster, and Amazonian plant-spirits—highlighting their potential to challenge traditional categorizations. Sponsored by various departments, the event aimed to foster solidarity across differences through a unique ecological lens.

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SUMMARY: WKU Women’s Tennis will host Southeast Missouri (SEMO) on Friday, January 24, at 6 p.m. CT at the Warren County Tennis Facility. WKU, with a record of 1-0 after defeating EKU, aims for consecutive wins for the first time since 2022. Notable players include Sofia Blanco, with 41 singles wins, and Rachel Hermanova, who holds a program record of 50 singles wins. SEMO, coached by Steve Brooks, is 0-2 this season and a two-time Ohio Valley Conference champion. WKU leads the series 4-2, having won their last encounter 5-2 last season. Admission is free.

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SUMMARY: WKU Athletics has named junior forward Josie Gilvin Player of the Week after her standout performance in the Lady Hilltoppers’ 63-58 win over Middle Tennessee State, snapping their 33-game conference win streak. Gilvin scored 17 points, grabbed six rebounds, and recorded five steals, with 10 points coming in the final seven minutes of the game. Her crucial offensive rebound in the last 30 seconds led to a layup that sealed the victory. This marks her second time leading the team in scoring and seventh time leading in rebounds. Head coach Greg Collins praised her hard work and consistent effort.

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