Past Events

Daily Writing in the Spirit of William Stafford

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:00:00 +0000

In this workshop, we will feed on examples from the daily writing of William Stafford, and practice in the spirit of his work. Offered through the Northwest Writing Institute. Instructor: Kim Stafford

Reunion Weekend Session: Stafford’s Legacy

Fri, 21 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000

Doug Erickson, head of Special Collections and college archivist, will lead an Alumni College session titled "William Stafford's Legacy at Lewis & Clark."

(NWI) Stafford Studies

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 16:00:00 +0000

This weeklong course consists of reading, writing, discussion, and special projects growing from the poetry and prose of William Stafford. Using the resources of published books and the William Stafford Archives, participants will practice inquiry into Stafford's approach to writing, thinking, teaching, and witness for reconciliation, and from this inquiry develop their own approaches to writing, teaching, and witness. Offered through the Northwest Writing Institute. Instructor: Kim Stafford

English Majors, Minors, and Friends of William Stafford Reunion

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 07:00:00 +0000

A special joint reunion will be held for English majors and minors in conjunction with the Stafford Centennial at Alumni Homecoming and Family Weekend.

Introduction to Daily Writing in the Spirit of William Stafford

Wed, 20 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000

Tuesday, November 19, 2013
5-8 p.m.

(NWI) Daily Writing in the Spirit of William Stafford

Sat, 07 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Saturday-Sunday, December 7-8, 2013
9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Publication of “We Belong in History”

Wed, 01 Jan 2014 08:00:00 +0000

In 2012 - 2013, PSU's Ooligan Press held a statewide writing competition for seventh through twelfth graders as a response to Stafford's work, and will publish a collection of the winning poems and essays - "We Belong in History" - in January 2014.

William Stafford Retrospective Exhibits

Tue, 21 Jan 2014 08:00:00 +0000

Stafford at 100 - A Centenary Exhibit on display at the Aubrey R. Watzek Library exhibits a selection of photographs, manuscripts, books, and artifacts from the William Stafford Archives. The Exhibit is open from January through December 31 2014.

Learning How to Live: Exploring the Imperatives in William Stafford’s Work

Thu, 23 Jan 2014 02:30:00 +0000

Deeply inspired by philosophers, William Stafford often used poetry to teach us how to live: "Your job is to find what the world is trying to be." In celebration of the Stafford Centennial, this Literary Arts seminar will explore the imperatives in Stafford's work, the rich legacy he has bequeathed to help us on our journey. Together we will remember and discover: "we must find something forgotten by everyone alive."

William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Student Art Collection

Mon, 03 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

This collection of art is just one part of Lewis & Clark College's centennial celebration for our late poet laureate professor, William Stafford. In this show, nine selected LC artists respond to and visually converse with a Stafford poem of their choosing. The show will move on Friday, February 7^th to the Newmark Theatre in downtown Portland as a part of the symposium's kick off event. On Saturday, February 8^th, the show will move to the symposium location in Albany. Please join us in celebrating this great poet!

William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Student Art Collection

Tue, 04 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Student Art Collection

Wed, 05 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

Film: Every War Has Two Losers

Wed, 05 Feb 2014 23:30:00 +0000

Join Lewis & Clark Professors Jerry Harp and Cari Coe for this viewing of the film based on the journals of William Stafford, a conscientious objector in World War Two and National Book Award winner.

William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Student Art Collection

Thu, 06 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

William Stafford Tribute at the Newmark Theater

Sat, 08 Feb 2014 03:30:00 +0000

Lewis & Clark College and Literary Arts present:
William Stafford Centennial Celebration
Featuring Li-Young Lee and Ted Kooser
Appearances by Kim Stafford and Paulann Petersen
Hosted by Matthew Dickman

William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Student Art Collection

Sat, 08 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

Stafford Slam

Sun, 09 Feb 2014 03:00:00 +0000

In a night of slam-style poetry performance, selected Lewis & Clark student poets will read Stafford's poetry along side poems they have written in response to William Stafford's poetry. Ken Arkind, a National Poetry Slam Champion and Executive Director of Denver's Minor Disturbance youth slam team, will be flying in to feature his award-winning poetry along side the students (and the free food!).MC: Jerry Harp, Assistant Professor with Term of English and Director, Lewis & Clark College.

Performance: Our William Stafford: In Five Drafts

Fri, 14 Feb 2014 02:00:00 +0000

The Theatre Department is proud to present an evening of performance in conjunction with the William Stafford Centennial Celebration. Compiled from interviews, autobiographical material, writing exercises and Stafford's poetry, the piece is a meditation on writing through the lens of William Stafford's process and work. The performance will be presented by students in the Theatre Department. Directed by Professor Stephen Weeks. Conceived by Professor Stephen Weeks and Professor Rebecca Lingafelter

The performance is approximately 40 minutes long and will be followed a brief talk-back.

William Stafford Campus Walk

Fri, 21 Feb 2014 08:00:00 +0000

The William Stafford Campus Walk is a special exhibit to celebrate the life of William Stafford (1914-1993), who taught at Lewis & Clark for nearly 30 years. The walk includes nine placards placed around campus, each with a William Stafford Poem, and a note about significance of the location.

(RESCHEDULED) William Stafford Centennial Symposium: Stafford Slam

Sat, 08 Mar 2014 04:30:00 +0000

In a night of slam-style poetry performance, selected Lewis & Clark student poets will read Stafford's poetry along side poems they have written in response to William Stafford's poetry. Ken Arkind, a National Poetry Slam Champion and Executive Director of Denver Minor Disturbance youth slam team, will be flying in to feature his award-winning poetry along side the students (and the free food!).

Pop-Up Exhibition: Linocut Prints for The Osage Orange Tree

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 07:00:00 +0000

Exhibit featuring artist Dennis Cunningham, who created 25 original linocuts for the hardcover illustrated book The Osage Orange Tree.

(Rescheduled) Symposium: “You Must Revise Your Life”—Stafford at 100, a Celebration and Reassessment

Sat, 15 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000

Join us in celebrating the life of William Stafford, renowned poet, educator, and pacifist, whose legacy continues to inspire our community and all who encounter his work. The one day symposium will include panels, discussion, poetry readings, and self guided exhibit tours. For more information see: go.lclark.edu/stafford-symposium

A Musical Tribute to William Stafford

Sat, 12 Apr 2014 22:00:00 +0000

All are invited to a brief musical tribute to William Stafford featuring musical settings of four of Stafford's poems composed by Lewis & Clark music faculty and students.This event is is FREE, open to the public and presented as part of the William Stafford Centennial celebration at Lewis & Clark.

Stafford Studies

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 16:00:00 +0000

Northwest Writing Institute
Monday-Friday, July 21-25, 2014 9 a.m.-4 p.m.