The Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) in partnership with the Alaska Humanities Forum (AKHF) seek nominations for the 2019-2020 Alaska State Writer Laureate
Nominations are now open for the 2019-2020 Alaska State Writer Laureate. Eligibility is open to Alaskan writers from all genres who, throughout their careers, have demonstrated:
· Literary excellence and mastery in style, form, and genre
· Exemplary professionalism and exceptional talent in published works
· Service to Alaskan communities and a commitment to the advancement of the Literary Arts in Alaskan communities
· A history of providing public presentations or teaching
· A significant body of published work
Deadline for nominations is December 15, 2018.
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The Alaska State Writer Laureate is a two-year honorary appointment recognizing the selected writer’s contribution to the quality of life in Alaska through their written work and other literary endeavors. The role of the Laureate is to promote the literary arts and artists of Alaska. In fulfilling this purpose, each Laureate determines, in consultation with ASCA and AKHF, a project to complete over the course of their appointment.
Nominations are solicited by the Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Alaska Humanities Forum on a biennial basis. The Alaska State Writer Laureate is selected by the Literary Arts Advisory Committee and approved by both ASCA’s and AKHF’s boards. The Alaska State Writer Laureate is recognized through a proclamation by the Legislature.
The next State Writer Laureate will be announced at the Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards, which will be held in Juneau on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
To obtain a copy of the nomination form, call the Alaska State Council on the Arts at 1.888.278.7424 or 907.269.6610, or email aksca.info@alaska.gov.
The Alaska State Council on the Arts is a division of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, and is governed by eleven Trustees appointed by the Governor. It is supported with general funds appropriated by the Alaska State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional support for arts education programs from Rasmuson Foundation.
ASCA represents, supports and advances the creative endeavors of individuals, organizations and agencies throughout Alaska.
Alaska State Council on the Arts, 161 Klevin Street, Suite 102, Anchorage, Alaska 99508-1506
(907) 269-6610 or (888) 278-7424, http://education.alaska.gov/aksca.
