Julie Clinefelter, Director Austin Public Library, MLIS

Michael Verde, Michael graduated with honors from the University of Texas's Plan II Honors program, earned a M.A. in literary studies from the University of Iowa, and a M.A. in theology from the University of Durham, England, where he graduated at the top of his international class. He taught for 15 years at the university and college-prep school levels, most recently at Indiana University and is currently completing his PhD with a focus on literature and religion.