Dedication written by Steve Coyne:
John’s involvement with the Kiosk began in 2006, when the editor-in-chief, Cliff Thompson, showed him an example of how added support for the magazine could help transform it from a literary booklet with a sprinkling of black and white art into a four-color literary and arts magazine that provided a vivid visual experience as well as thoughtful literary exploration.
John’s financial backing for the magazine began with that 2006 issue and continued for the rest of his tenure. Every year he shared the new issue of Kiosk with all the members of the Morningside Board of Directors.
Perhaps most notably, he generously supported the celebration of Kiosk’s 75th anniversary by sponsoring legendary editor and writer, James Autry, author of Love and Profit and former CEO of Meredith Corporation’s magazine group, to visit campus for readings, lectures, and consultations with students. John was always there for Kiosk, never missing an opportunity to celebrate and improve it.
The 2022 issue of the Kiosk is dedicated to John Reynders and his wife Robin. John served as the president of Morningside for twenty-two years and oversaw a period of extreme change and improvement during his time here.