Valley Writers Series
Monday, May 11, 2009
The Valley Writers Series event for this term will be held on May 21, at 2 p.m. in North Santiam Hall, room 208. The event will host Alison Ruch, a short fiction author and writing instructor at LBCC. The event is free and open to the public.
According to a press release, Ruch will discuss her short fiction, themes she likes to explore, and what gives her inspiration. She will also read one of her short stories and answer questions. If there is time, she will also coordinate a short fiction writing activity.
Jane White and Lucette Wood coordinate the series. The series has been going on at LBCC for over 15 years according to Wood. Each term the series hosts accomplished writers to discuss their work with students. Wood said, “The Valley Writers Series was created to inspire our students and enhance their literary awareness and creative literary arts.” She also noted that this is the only program on campus to broaden students’ exposure to the literary arts.
Ruch has written a novel about a comic book artist entitled “Comic Toast.” She is also working on a collection of short stories, and a non-fiction about Willamette Valley wine makers. To read some of her wine articles, visit www.avalonwine.com.
The series used to host two events each term, but it recently had its funding cut. According to Wood, the English department is committed to continuing the series. Right now they are looking at ways to raise funds. As of now, the Foundation is operating on emergency funds.
For more information, contact either Jane White (whitej@linnbenton.edu) or Lucette Wood (woodl@linnbenton.edu)
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