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New Writing Series, English Department
New Writing Series, English Department
Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series
The primary objectives of the New Writing Series are (i) to make contemporary poetry a regular and valued part of the cultural life at the University of Maine, (ii) to broaden the University's local, national, and international reputation as a site of vibrant cultural exchange and creativity, and (iii) to cultivate links within the University as well as between the University and area secondary schools that foster imaginative approaches to thinking about contemporary poetry.
New Writing Series Spring 2001, English Department
New Writing Series Spring 2001, English Department
Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series
Our programming for Spring 2001 brings to campus a diverse group of poets, from emerging writers like Kristin Prevallet and Robert Fitterman to Bollingen-pnze winner Robert Creeley, and from locally-based writers like Sylvester Pollet and Constance Hunting to nationally recognized writers like Eileen Myles. In combination with the Maine Poetry and Story Exchange (featuring Maine writers of all kinds) and the Maine Review Reading (representing the work of UMaine undergraduate writers), the Series is designed to provide maximum exposure to the widest range of possibilities in the art of poetry.
Distinguished Visiting Poets Program, English Department
Distinguished Visiting Poets Program, English Department
Cultural Affairs Distinguished Lecture Series
I am writing on behalf of the English Department and the National Poetry foundation to request the Committee's assistance in continuing the vibrant new series of poetry readings and residencies that \ile began with your aid last Spring. As you will recall, Burton Hatlen applied for funding last year with a proposal that stretched over three semesters. It is my understanding that the Committee, in approving the Spring portion of the prog¡am outlined, also was kind enough to invite our reapplication for funds to support the FaII 2000 and Spring 2001 semesters. At this time, then, we would like to …