University of Alberta writer-in-residence program

In 2007-08 the Writer-in-Residence Program at the University of Alberta enters its 32nd year of existence and is the longest lasting program of its kind in Canada. The program has a well-established reputation for promoting writers of national stature and has as its primary emphasis outreach to anyone who can benefit from consultations with an important Canadian writer.In addition to instructional and consultative activities, the Writer-in-Residence enriches the local arts scene by his or her presence, and is able to take back to the region of origin information and understanding of Alberta culture. In the past, Writers-in-Residence have given aspiring Alberta writers a chance to be published all over the country, and have also facilitated contacts between Alberta writers and centres elsewhere in the country. Furthermore, the Writer-in-Residence often sets his or her next book in Alberta, thereby enhancing the literary presence of our province nationwide.For more information: http://www.humanities.ualberta...

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