Frequently Asked Questions About Lyceum


What is Lyceum?
Lyceum is one of the major organizations on campus which publishes the Lyceum, the universityís fine arts and literary journal, as well as bringing in visiting writers and hosting open microphone poetry nights. 

What is published in the Lyceum?
Lyceum publishes artwork such as paintings, photographs, sketches, watercolors, and graphic art as well as poetry and prose submitted by students, faculty, staff, and alumni. 

Does Lyceum publish every submission they get?
No way! Lyceum receives about one hundred submissions a semester and the Lyceum staff and editors rate the pieces anonymously to decide which submissions reflect the finest work by students on campus. 

How often is the Lyceum published?
Twice, once during the fall semester and once during the winter semester. Copies are free for everyone and available all over campus. 

How does one become a staff member of Lyceum?
Easy, either drop by our office at 2115 UC, give us a call (1-313-593-5489) or e-mail the editor at The Editor. You donít need to be an English major or have had prior experience with literary publications. We just ask that you be well-read and an avid lover of poetry and fiction. 

How do I submit something to Lyceum?
Deadlines for submission are usually in the middle of October and the middle of February. Just grab a submission form off our office door and turn it in to us with your typed submission.  

What kind of writers does Lyceum bring to campus?
Lyceum brings slam poets and contemporary poets as well as local and national fiction writers to campus to read and sign books. For more information click here