Lit Fest Lights Up the Union
WUD Publications will be hosting Lit Fest events at Memorial Union April 27-May 1. Photo Courtesy of WUD Publications.
The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Publications Committee is celebrating literature and writing in a range of shapes and forms during their annual Lit Fest April 27-May 1 in Memorial Union.
Throughout the year, WUD Publications Committee promotes reading and writing by providing students professional experience in publishing. The four presenters offer unique perspectives on literature and will be available to give students valuable insight into how to approach different kinds of writing.
“I hope Lit Fest will also give students an appreciation of the literary community,” WUD Publications Director Katie Van Dam said. “Our speakers all represent the vibrant and diverse literature scene happening right here in Madison.”
Come and join WUD Publications Commitee at one of the lectures listed below:
Kathy Brozyna, Monday April 27: 6-7 p.m.
Kathy Brozyna, a food writer for Madison Magazine, will speak about her experience writing about Madison’s eclectic food scene for a professional publication.
Jon Kjarsgaard, Monday April 27: 7-8 p.m.
Jon Kjarsgaard created Jonk Music Blog as a UW Madison student in 2005. He will speak about his career working as the Music & Entertainment editor at the Isthmus.
Lisa Harris, Tuesday April 28: 6-7 p.m.
Lisa Harris, a UW Madison alumna, will discuss the “Business 101” of publishing her book “Fashion Meets Poetry.” In addition she will share how her book has used poetry to promote fashion and empower women.
Nickolas Butler, Wednesday April 29: 7-8:30 p.m.
Nickolas Butler will present the process of writing and publishing his book, “Shotgun Lovesongs.” He will share advice for aspiring novelists, an insight into his new novel and how his time at UW shaped his writing. The story in “Shotgun Lovesongs“ is based in Wisconsin, providing connection for many students. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A and book signing.
