Distinguished Lecture Series: Alexander Weinstein

Alexander Weinstein, an author of speculative fiction, will appear at Northwest Missouri State University this month as part of the University’s Distinguished Lecture Series. The event is free and open to the public.

During the lecture, titled “Speculative Fiction in Dystopian Times,” Weinstein will read excerpts of his fiction, address current issues, and discuss his process of working on speculative fiction and film to address relevant topics. The event also will include a question-answer session.

Weinstein is the author of the short story collections “Universal Love” and “Children of the New World,” which was named a notable book of the year by The New York Times, NPR and Electric Literature. His fiction and interviews have appeared in Rolling Stone, World Literature Today, Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy, and Best American Experimental Writing. His short story “Saying Goodbye to Yang” was adapted into the 2021 film “After Yang,” a winner of the Alfred P. Sloan Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. He also is the founder and director of Martha’s Vineyard Institute of Creative Writing.

The objective of the Distinguished Lecture Series is to enhance the academic environment through individual discipline and interdisciplinary topics. Supported by the Office of the Provost and the Student Activities Council, the series offers the Northwest campus and surrounding communities with opportunities to hear from extraordinary individuals from throughout the globe. Scholars, world travelers and leaders in their fields visit the Northwest campus to share their wisdom, insight and experiences.