Oliphant expresses deep pride in his education at Lamar, where he majored in English and had his first published work in Pulse, Lamar’s literary journal, in 1959. After graduation from Lamar, Dave went on to a career that included earning a Ph.D. and working for the University of Texas for thirty years, including serving as the editor for the Harry Ransom Center, one of the most prestigious archives and museums in the country. He has an amazing track record of writing, editing, and translating for over 30 years.