The 2023 SWCA conference in Memphis, TN, is almost here! Join us to explore how to navigate change as we bring together students, faculty, staff, and writing professionals from both academic and nonacademic communities to discuss the questions and concerns we have about the work we do.
IMPORTANT CONFERENCE UPDATES:
WHAT: 2023 SWCA conference WHEN: February 9-11, 2023 WHERE: Memphis, TN (at the Guesthouse at Graceland) WHO: Open to all
SWCA Statement on the Death of Tyre Nichols
February 1, 2023
Dear Members,
As we prepare to hold our conference in Memphis next week, the Southeastern Writing Center Association acknowledges the tragic death of Tyre Nichols and the tremendous grief his family, friends, and community are experiencing. SWCA is committed to furthering discussions that advance a mission of social and racial justice, and we stand with those negatively affected by oppression and brutality.
Much of the work of writing centers is holistic, focusing on empowering writers to amplify and share their voices, and it is important that we support this not just in our academic spaces, but everywhere, in all aspects of life. When SWCA convenes, we will do so with the heaviness of Tyre Nichols's death weighing on our hearts. The senseless, violent, premature end to his life reminds us of our responsibility to the community. Thus, through peaceful discourse, we will continue working to sow the seeds of inclusion and respect for all voices, especially the voices of people of color.
All the best,
The SWCA Board
SWCA BOARD POSITION ELECTION VOTE
We received four nominations for Regional Representative for HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). At this time, this is the only position open for a vote. Candidacy statements can be found within the ballot. Please vote once.
Please submit your vote by 11:59pm EST on February 1.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the SWCA Archivist, Chelsea Murdock, at cjmurdo@clemson.edu.
Call for SWCA Board Nominees
Nominations are due this Friday, December 16. Currently, we have five positions on the SWCA board that are up for election.
These positions are:
See the SWCA Bylaws page for descriptions of all board position responsibilities.
Please submit all nominations via the form below by 5pm on Friday, December 16. Include the full name, institutional affiliation, and email address for the nominee. Self-nominations are welcome.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the SWCA Archivist at cjmurdo@clemson.edu.
Submit your nomination.
We invite you to join us at the 2023 SWCA conference in Memphis, TN, to explore how to navigate change as we bring together students, faculty, staff, and writing professionals from both academic and nonacademic communities to discuss the questions and concerns we have about the work we do.
Check out the Call for Proposals and submit a proposal by the extended November 8 deadline. See conference page for details such as registration and hotel costs and a tentative schedule. Send questions to Clayann Gilliam Panetta (cpanetta@cbu.edu).
Each year, we seek applicants for open SWCA board positions that become available as current leaders complete their terms.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please consider attending the SWCA Board Applicant Information Session that will be held on October 12, at 12pm EST via Zoom (https://vcu.zoom.us/j/86094002714?pwd=eHZMaDgxNE82THhQR3oyL0dtWS9MQT09).
The following positions will be voted on this year and begin in 2023.
· SDC Journal Editor(s)
· Digital Content Developer
· State Representative for Florida
· State Representative for North Carolina
· Regional Representative for HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)
You may contact current SWCA President, Brian McTague, with any questions at bjmctague@vcu.edu.
Zoom Meeting Info:
Topic: SWCA Info Session: Open Board Positions
Time: Oct 12, 2022 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://vcu.zoom.us/j/86094002714?pwd=eHZMaDgxNE82THhQR3oyL0dtWS9MQT09
Password: ww0nbFmW73
Join us at the 2023 SWCA Conference in Memphis, TN.
Check out the conference homepage to find information on:
Submit a proposal today!
Join us for the first of a series of SWCA webinars
“Engaging Students in Tutoring Sessions” May 3, 7-8pm via Zoom
Presented by Dr. Maegan Mercer-Bourne of Wake Technical Community College
This interactive presentation will help tutors better engage students in tutoring sessions. We will talk about online vs. in person tutoring, share strategies, and work through sample session situations to help you practice the skills and language presented.
FREE for SWCA members (donations welcome)
Visit http://southeastwritingcenter.org/webinar for more info and to register.
SWCA 2022 Conference Updates
We look forward to seeing you in February.
We are pleased to share the CFP for our SWCA 2022 Conference Keynote panels, which will include:
To nominate someone or to self-nominate, please visit the nomination form.
Nominations are due by January 5.
If you have any questions at all, please reach out to the SWCA 2022 Conference Keynote Committee Chair, Becky Hallman Martini, at Rebecca.hallmanmartini@uga.edu .
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