Randall Horton - Teachers Make a Difference - Sterling Plumpp

The transcript highlights the influence of mentors, particularly Sterling Plump, on the speaker's development as a writer and person. It details Plump's unique mentorship style, focusing on language and broader world issues. The speaker shares stories about Gwendoline Brooks and the Black Arts Movement, emphasizing the cultural impact of these figures. Experiences at Blues clubs and Plump's encouragement to pursue further education are also discussed, showcasing the deep personal and professional influence of these relationships.

What was Sterling Plump's role in the narrator's academic journey?

• He was a fellow student.

• He was a thesis adviser.

• He was a guest lecturer.

• He was a dean of the university.

What was a unique aspect of Sterling Plump's mentoring style?

• Encouraging isolation for creativity.

• Providing strict academic guidelines.

• Discussing world issues and connecting them to language.

• Focusing solely on poetry.

How did Gwendoline Brooks support Sterling Plump during his early career?

• By introducing him to publishers.

• By publishing his first book.

• By providing financial assistance.

• By co-authoring a poem with him.

Which movement was Sterling Plump associated with?

• The Modernist Movement

• The Harlem Renaissance

• The Beat Generation

• The Black Arts Movement

What advice did Sterling Plump give the narrator regarding education?

• To focus only on writing.

• To start teaching immediately.

• To travel and gain worldly experiences.

• To obtain every possible degree.