The Department of English Literature honors National Storytelling Week with a multi-disciplinary storytelling event at the Stein Luminary in the Fine Arts Building on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Theme
This year’s national theme is: “Master and counter narratives: Same facts – different stories.”
Story Night Event Overview
Storytellers will have the opportunity to share original stories communicated through a variety of mediums in the Stein Luminary and adjacent atrium on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 3:00pm – 8:00pm. Story presentations should be limited to 10 minutes with a 5-minute question and answer period immediately following.
To Apply to Story Night
Students and faculty from all disciplines are invited to submit their story ideas on the national theme. Please fill out this application form and submit your application no later than 5:00pm (Mountain Time) on Friday, October 4, 2024. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the Stein Luminary before submitting their proposals so that they are familiar with the opportunities that the luminary and adjoining atrium space offer to storytellers.
To Submit Your Story for Story Night
Once you have received notification of acceptance, your story and all accompanying materials and media must be submitted no later than 5:00pm (Mountain Time) on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Important Dates for Story Night
- Friday, October 4, 2024 (by 5:00pm): Submission application(s) due
- Friday, November 22, 2024 (by 5:00pm): Story and accompanying materials (including all media) must be submitted
- Thursday, January 30, 2025 (3:00pm – 8:00pm): Story Night event. Storytellers must be present. The event is free, and open to the public. Family and friends are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Question: Can I submit more than one story idea?
Answer: YES! - Question: Can I use video to tell my story?
Answer: YES! The Luminary has video guidelines that must be followed, however. Once you submit your application, those guidelines will be sent directly to you. - Question: Can I tell a story through dance (or music, or movement, or theater, or…?)
Answer: YES! ALL mediums are welcome for this event. Please keep the national theme in mind as you create your story. - Question: What if my story deals with a “controversial” subject? Will it still be considered?
Answer: YES! The best stories make us think and feel… just because the story treats a sensitive subject, does not mean it will not be accepted. Depending on the subject matter, however, we may move your story to a later time during the event or make the audience aware of sensitive topics being shared. We welcome all stories related to our theme! - Question: Can I use a PowerPoint presentation as part of my story?
Answer: As with video stories, the Luminary has guidelines for image size and formatting. If you’d like to do a visual presentation as part of your story, please make sure to indicate that on the application form so that we can send the guidelines directly to you. - Question: Can I invite people to the Story Night event?
Answer: Of course! The event is free and open to the public. We encourage all participants to invite friends and family.
With Additional Questions about Story Night, Please Contact:
For all additional questions, please contact: StoryNight@boisestate.edu
Internship Opportunities Available for Story Night:
For students interested in helping with the organization of this event, there are two internships available. Each is a 1-credit ENGLIT 293 or 493 with 45 hours of work expected during the fall 2024 semester. For more information and to apply, please contact Dr. Kim Carter-Cram at: KimberlyCarter-Cram@boisestate.edu or text her Google voice number at: 208-495-5220.