It's not too late to join us online this Thursday, September 26, Noon EDT: We'll launch our ESN Conversations series with Andy Le Peau on Writing Better for Academics. Andy Le Peau distills 40 years of editing experience into one conversation. Join us to learn great tips for academic writing from the emeritus associate publisher for editorial at InterVarsity Press, including how to overcome writer's block. RSVP to bob.trube[at]intervarsity.org to receive a conference call link for this event. … [Read more...] about Thursday Online Event Reminder: Writing Better for Academics (ESN Conversations)
A Prayer for Those Studying the Humanities, Fall 2019
Oh Lord, We ask that You would gift those studying the humanities this fall with Your wisdom, Your courage, and Your joy. We ask Your wisdom, oh Holy Spirit! Many students and scholars explore the humanities with the hope of gaining wisdom for their lives and for the good of those around them. Fulfill those hopes this year, and when we are tempted to be hopeless, let us find renewed faith in Your goodness, for and in itself, and also as it is expressed through the imperfect but earnest efforts of human research … [Read more...] about A Prayer for Those Studying the Humanities, Fall 2019
A Journey of Vocation: ESN Weekly Readings for Grad Students, Fall 2019
Whether you just started graduate school or are almost finished, our weekly fall readings are designed to help you journey forward with a strong sense of calling to God's work in the university. Read and discuss with a small group, or reflect on your own. Readings engage the big theme of calling and vocation in our academic lives, and some practical ways to live that out as graduate students. You can bookmark this page to access the whole series, or follow along with us on social media as we share the week's reading … [Read more...] about A Journey of Vocation: ESN Weekly Readings for Grad Students, Fall 2019
Answering God’s Call: ESN Weekly Readings for Faculty, Fall 2019
Fall is a time of exciting beginnings, and a great moment to commit anew to following Christ on campus. Renew your sense of calling with our fall 2019 weekly readings, designed for individuals and small groups. Explore with us through readings engaging the big theme of calling in our academic lives, and some practical ways to live that out on campus. You can bookmark this page to access the whole series, or follow along with us on social media as we share the week's reading each Monday from September 9 through January … [Read more...] about Answering God’s Call: ESN Weekly Readings for Faculty, Fall 2019
September Events: Avengers, Vocation, Writing Better, Faith/Science Guide Review Opportunity
Welcome to fall! The air is already starting to feel brisk where I live in the Northeast US, and I think I even spotted a leaf or two changing color. We're happy to announce some September events & opportunities sponsored by ESN or featuring ESN authors or partners. One of our ongoing goals is to connect Christian scholars online and in person, and another is to share the great work our members are doing as speakers and writers, so we're proud to share these events, and we hope you can connect with great ideas, … [Read more...] about September Events: Avengers, Vocation, Writing Better, Faith/Science Guide Review Opportunity