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by Ex Libris on February 22, 2018

Taleamor Park Artists’ Residency Opportunity

March 9 is the preferential due date to apply for the limited number of fee-remission assistantships at Taleamor Park artists’ residency. Taleamor Park offers two-week and longer residencies in an 1854 Italianate farmhouse on a scenic farm near Chicago and Lake Michigan. Residents live in a lovely 1854 Italianate farmhouse that has four private air-conditioned bedrooms, two bathrooms, two kitchens, a laundry room, two common rooms, a library, a writing nook, and a paper studio. Vintage outbuildings offer both private and spacious shared studio spaces. Verdant walking trails wind through fields of grain to woods and ponds and scenic vistas. We welcome artists in all media and generally have a mix of… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on February 21, 2018

MALS/IDS Student Assistant II Listing

MALS/IDS Communications Assistant (Student Assistant II), updated Feb. 2018 General Summary: Student Assistant II is responsible for assisting with projects, basic office duties (i.e. typing, filing, photocopying, answering phones, etc.), providing customer service, and assisting department staff. Major projects include assisting with production and publication of annual newsletter and program marketing pieces. Some attendance at occasional recruiting and program social events will be required. Excellent writing and communication skills required, and providing writing samples is strongly recommended. Familiarity with social media (WordPress), Digication, Adobe Creative Suite, and print production required. The supervisor for the MALS/IDS… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on February 1, 2018

2018 Writing Workshops Abroad

UNO Writing Workshops Abroad is offering a month-long program in Cork, Ireland this summer, with courses in creative writing, literature, theater, film, and communications. They also offer an intimate poetry program at Ezra Pound’s former home, Brunnenburg Castle, in the Italian Alps. Both programs accept graduate and undergraduate students from around the country.

by Ex Libris on January 30, 2018

2018 Scholarships to NY State Summer Writers Institute

2018 SCHOLARSHIPS to New York State Summer Writers Institute at Skidmore College To Teachers of Creative Writing: Several generous gifts and the Institute’s commitment to access and diversity enable us to launch a scholarship competition each year. The competition is open to students enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate programs (including those who graduate in May 2018) who are nominated by their creative writing instructors. Please note the scholarships cover TUITION ONLY. Room and board expenses are the responsibility of the student. In 2017 the Institute awarded approximately 60 tuition scholarships to students from, among… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 23, 2018

Study Abroad Opportunity in Berlin!

“Law & Critical Social Justice” Study Abroad in Berlin The program is an American Bar Association approved program, but invites select undergraduate and graduate students outside of the College of Law to participate. Students will take two courses on Intersectionality & Human Rights and History, Memory & Law for 8 LAS credits. You are invited to a special information session on DePaul law school’s Berlin Study Abroad program, “Law & Critical Social Justice.” Each summer, this American Bar Association approved program invites select undergraduate and graduate students outside of the College of Law to join this… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 17, 2018

NGOabroad Volunteer Opportunities

Writers, English Majors, Alumni & Professors Needed Internationally Have you always wanted to contribute your writing or English skills in other countries? Your skills are definitely needed here: UGANDA: Secondary School Do you excel in writing, grammar and/or literature and can tutor or teach it? If so, then we need you! Many of the things that we take for granted are crucial: –Help students develop strong writing and composition skills; to express themselves. –Writing is a subversive activity. Rote learning is the norm in Africa where they are not taught to question or create. –Teach… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 5, 2018

2018 Winter Quarter Partial Tuition Scholarship Awards

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 2018 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 the current… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 4, 2018

Summer Teaching Position Opportunity

Summer Teaching Positions Available: Teach Reading to Students of All Ages This Summer Earn more than $6,000 during the summer. Teachers typically earn between $500 and $800 per week while teaching. Gain over 500 hours of teacher-training and teaching experience with a variety of age groups. Help students of all ages develop their reading skills and ability to become imaginatively absorbed in books. The Institute of Reading Development is seeking candidates for summer 2018 teaching positions. We seek applicants with an undergraduate degree or higher from any discipline. We provide a paid training program and… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 4, 2018

Apply for Graduate Assistantships by January 15

A reminder to graduate students (or prospective students) that deadlines for positions as a English Department Graduate Assistant are due January 15! Graduate assistants work roughly 20 hours a week in the department and receive a tuition waiver for up to 12 courses and a $7,500 stipend. Interested parties can find out more below, download an application packet, and visit on the department website for full details. Each spring, the English Department awards approximately 5-6 Graduate Assistantships for the upcoming academic year. Any current or prospective student in the MA in English, MA in Writing and Publishing, or either… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 3, 2018

Alicante Poetry and Translation Summer Institute

Sign up for a three-week intensive seminar in writing and translating poetry! The instructors are Janet Holmes and Clyde Moneyhun, from the MFA program at Boise State University. Jane is a prolific poet and editor of the award-winning Ahsahta Press. Clyde is a translator of contemporary Catalan and Spanish poetry. The seminar will be taught in Alicante, Spain, and they have worked with the Escuela Elcano there to keep expenses to a minimum. The experience will be transformative for the participants, taking them forward in their own original poetry as well as their translations. Note… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 16, 2017

Graduate Research Funding

The College of LAS supports the research, scholarship, and creative work of graduate students through its Graduate Research Funding (GRF) program. The GRF helps defray the cost of conducting research and creative work and for presenting papers at academic conferences through a competitive process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Deadline: January 22, 2018 For guidelines and to apply, visit the website here.

by Ex Libris on November 7, 2017

DePaul ASK Mentorship Opportunity

The ASK network connects DePaul students and graduates with alumni to explore college and professional transitions, life challenges, and university and career questions. You can gain exclusive first access to DePaul’s new mentorship community. The Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) network is launching a new mentorship platform The platform will connect you with DePaul alumni who have been in your shoes. Connect with at least 3 mentors this week. When you join as a Student, you will be able to: * Expand your DePaul community * Connect with alumni in your city or industry of interest… Read Article →

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