The Thompson Writing Program promotes excellence in teaching with a focus on active learning and writing as a means of critical inquiry. It is widely acknowledged to be one of the premier academic writing programs in the country. Our instructional model is imitated and the leadership of the program are in demand as consultants for writing and general education curricula.
Friday, November 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM Perkins Library
The Theme of this year's symposium Writing Beyond the Classroom, gives upper class students a unique opportunity to practice applying their academic writing skills to new situations beyond conventional course work. All Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are eligible, and attendance is free of charge. For additional information about the sessions click here. The number of participants is limited so apply early! Apply by October 7. Use the online application http://twp.duke.edu/undergraduate/duke-writes-symposium
TWP Fellowship OPENS September 1, 2011
The application for the Thompson Writing Program Postdoctoral Fellowship for first-year writing is now closed.
We anticipate offering several postdoctoral fellowships on a multidisciplinary faculty charged with teaching an innovative first-year course in Academic Writing. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in any field and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching. Fellows are asked to draw on their disciplinary training and interests to design a seminar-style course introducing students to academic writing. Teaching load is five sections of Academic Writing per year, with each section limited to 12 students. Appointment is at a level of Lecturing Fellow (non-tenure-track), starting July 1, 2012. Contract is for an initial three years, renewable after successful review for two more years. Salary is competitive with a strong benefits package, and with opportunities for professional development. To apply use our online application form at: http://twp.duke.edu/fellowships Send us your CV, a letter in which you discuss your aims in teaching Academic Writing, a brief proposal for a writing seminar modeled on course synopses posted on our website: http://twp.duke.edu/writing-20 We may subsequently ask you to provide other supporting materials, including a more detailed course outline, and teaching materials. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail hard copies to Denise Comer, Chair, Lecturing Fellows Search, Thompson Writing Program, Duke University, Box 90025, Durham, NC 27708-0025. Applications received by 11:59 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time) October 15, 2011, will be guaranteed consideration. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Critical Ink
A Conference of Undergraduate Student Writing
Critical Ink is a conference showcasing student writing produced in writing-intensive undergraduate classes here at Duke (especially Writing 20). We invite you to participate. Come, hear, see, and discuss papers and posters on popular culture, ecology, religion, sport, and more!
Click here to view the schedule of this year's sessions sites.duke.edu/criticalink2011/