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by Ex Libris on January 27, 2020

Upcoming Events: CWA’s Networking for Writers Panel

Do you want to expand your network with year? Join Chicago Writers Association at their panel discussion “Networking for Writers Panel” on February 15th with five amazing authors to learn more information about residencies, conferences, professional organizations, and more. Event Details: Saturday, February 15, 2020 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Columbia College – Hokim Hall – First Floor 623 S. Wabash This event is free and open to the public, but you must register to attend. Want to receive emails about CWA events? Join the mailing list to stay updated on news and events.

by Ex Libris on January 24, 2020

JAM at the Art Institute of Chicago

Ever wonder what it’s like to work at an art museum? Area students and emerging job seekers, as well as college and university faculty and staff, are invited to a day of career-focused programming at the Art Institute of Chicago. Several DePaul students will be giving gallery talks. The program will include: • A museum careers panel • Gallery talks led by college and university students • Breakout sessions with museum staff • A reception for all guests featuring intern alumni and museum staff • Information about internships and job opportunities EVENT DATE AND TIME:… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 23, 2020

Fellowship Opportunity: Schweitzer

The Schweitzer Fellowship is currently recruiting graduate students in health, social service, and public interest professions to apply for 2020-2021 Schweitzer Fellowships. The deadline to apply is February 1st. The Schweitzer Fellowship is a prestigious year-long service-learning program for graduate students in health-related professions who design and implement innovative direct-service projects aimed at improving the health and well-being of underserved Chicago area communities. Annually, we select 30 graduate students from diverse fields to become Fellows who will design and implement year-long direct service projects. In addition to their service projects, other elements of the Program are designed to inspire… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 21, 2020

Upcoming Events: Winter MAWP Director Pitch Meeting

Writing and Publishing students: Rebecca Johns Trissler, director of MFA/MA in Creative Writing and Publishing, is planning on holding another pitch meeting for anyone who wants to talk about 1) pitching their work for publication; or 2) pitching themselves for jobs in publishing or higher education. This quarter the meeting will be at noon on Friday, February 28th, in the 2nd Floor Student Lounge in ALH. If you’re graduating soon and are starting to think about your career or simply want to start sending your work out for publication, please RSVP to this address. There will be… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 20, 2020

Tutoring Opportunity: Children’s Dyslexia Center

Train to be a certified dyslexia tutor through the Children’s Dyslexia Center! The program is enrolling new students with a deadline of Jan. 31, 2020 and encourages any DePaul students who might be interested to apply. NOTE: The Center will extend their deadline for DePaul students. Applicants need to have an undergraduate degree or be graduating this spring. For those who want to get into teaching but not become a traditional classroom teacher, this is a great option. The Center Director for Children’s Dyslexia Center in the Chicago area is accepting applications for next… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 16, 2020

Partial Tuition Scholarship Deadline is January 31st

The M.A. in English and M.A. in Writing and Publishing programs are offering Partial Tuition Scholarships (PTS) to recognize the outstanding academic achievement of students in the English department’s two graduate programs. Partial Tuition Scholarships provide a partial reimbursement for tuition paid for 2020 winter graduate courses in English taken toward the MAE and MAWP degrees. You are eligible to apply for a PTS award if: You have already completed at least two English graduate courses toward your MAE or MAWP degree You are enrolled in one or more English graduate classes for… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 14, 2020

Abroad Opportunity: Trinity College Dublin Workshop

The Sancho Panza Literary Society, in residence for 10 day writer’s workshops at Trinity College Dublin each May/June, is now accepting applications for their 2020 Trinity College Dublin workshop! This year’s sessions will take place from May 25-June 3 and June 5-14. Last year, the workshops had a mix of undergrads, grad students, faculty, and older writers from 17 different colleges, including Williams, Emerson, Washington and Lee, George Mason,Amherst, Colorado, UMass, Penn, Memphis, UConn, and Cal, and Dr. Sean Forbes, the director of UConn’s creative writing program, will once again be returning as a member… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 13, 2020

Abroad Opportunity: City Internships

City Internships has launched their 2020 Internship Program application process and invites students to apply. Their Student Aid offering is still open. The calculator for students to check their eligiblity is available here. CI’s Global Explorer Programs in Chicago, San Francisco, Melbourne, Medellin, Santiago and Shanghai are filling quickly. Apply sooner rather than later. Students can of course continue applying to CI’s other larger and longer-running Internship Program locations; which include London, Los Angeles, New York City and more. Apply now at: https://city-internships.com/apply See also the attached flyer and CI’s website for further details.

by Ex Libris on January 10, 2020

Fellowship Opportunity: Luminarts

Applications are open for the 2020 Luminarts Creative Writing Fellowship. You could win $7,500, become a Luminarts Fellow, and as a Fellow be eligible for continued funding for your artistic and career development projects. The deadline to apply to the 2020 Creative Writing Fellowship is Friday, February 7, 2020. Click HERE to get started, or contact Luminarts at info@luminarts.org or (312) 435-5961.

by Ex Libris on January 9, 2020

Call for Submissions: Disquiet Literary Prize

New Deadline: January 10, 2020. Disquiet is now accepting contest submissions for The Disquiet Literary Prize for writing in any genre. The top winners in each genre will be published: the fiction winner in Granta.com, the nonfiction winner in Ninthletter.com, the poetry winner in The Common. The grand prize winner will receive a full scholarship including tuition, lodging, and a $1,000 travel stipend to Lisbon in 2020. In addition to the main prize, contest entrants may wish to be considered for: The Denis Johnson “STAGAYA” scholarship for a writer who has not yet published a… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 18, 2019

Writing Workshops Abroad: Ireland and Italy

The University of New Orleans Writing Workshops Abroad invite undergraduate and graduate students from around the globe to apply for a summer of scholarship and cultural activities in Cork, Ireland and at Brunnenburg Castle, Italy. In the summer of 2020 UNO Ireland: Writing Workshops & Creative Arts will continue for its eighth consecutive year, with courses in creative writing, plus options in literature, history, and fine arts. After taking a look at the program’s courses and award-winning faculty, consider submitting an application. UNO-Ireland Program 2020 details: Dates: June 16-July 18, 2020 Program Cost: 32 days for… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 14, 2019

Job Opportunity: Tin House Books

Tin House Books is seeking an Editorial Assistant to provide editorial and administrative support from their headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The ideal candidate is passionate about literature, highly organized and detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to take initiative. The Editorial Assistant supports the editorial team at every stage of the book production process, from managing potential manuscripts for acquisition to final proofreading before print. The Editorial Assistant is also responsible for various bookkeeping and administrative tasks. Find more information about this job opportunity on the Poets & Writers website.

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