CONTACT: Diane Pineiro-Zucker, 845-437-7404, [email protected]
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Writer Stephen King will deliver Vassar College's 137th commencement address at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 20, when approximately 624 students are expected to graduate.
King is perhaps best known for his suspense novels and the blockbuster movies adapted from them. However, his most recent work, "On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft" combines an autobiography with advice for aspiring novelists.
While working as a high school English teacher, King began his career by publishing several short stories in men's magazines, which later appeared in his collection called "Night Shift." In 1973, Doubleday & Co. published King's first novel, "Carrie." Many of his works were quickly adapted for the screen. Among these are "Carrie," "The Shining," "Firestarter," "Pet Semetary" (for which King also wrote the screenplay), and "Misery." The popular, non-suspense film, "Stand By Me," was also adapted from King's novella, "The Body." King lives in Maine, with his wife Tabitha. Two of their three children attended Vassar; Joe graduated in 1995, and Owen in 1999.
Vassar's commencement ceremony is open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Commencement is scheduled in the outdoor amphitheater overlooking Sunset Lake. However, in case of severe weather, the ceremony will take place in the Williamson Auditorium, Walker Field House, and seating will be limited.
For more information, call the Vassar College Office of Campus Activities at (845) 437-5370. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Cathy Jennings, Office of Campus Activities, (845) 437-5370, as far in advance as possible to request reasonable and appropriate accommodations for the event.
Vassar College is a highly selective, coeducational, independent, residential liberal arts college founded in 1861.
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