Mary McSparran

The influence of Vanderbilt University writers on acclaimed author Flannery O’Connor—and the extensive reach of O’Connor’s work on literature and beyond—are the subjects of a new Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries exhibit. Read More

As the curator of manuscripts at Special Collections and University Archives, Mary McSparran teaches with primary sources, curates several subject areas, including literature and journalism, and preserves collections so that visitors can engage with people’s stories in tangible, meaningful ways. Read More

A new exhibit at the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries’ Special Collections and University Archives offers a glimpse into the personal and professional lives of some of the world’s most renowned authors and poets, including several with connections to Vanderbilt University. Read More