Dr. Richard Hark, a conservation scientist at Yale's Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage, will discuss how our appreciation of a work of art is highly influenced by the lens through which we view it.  Using examples drawn from the collections at Yale and the Victoria and Albert Museum, his presentation will describe the analytical tools that were used to coax objects into revealing their secrets.

Program Description:

Powerful writing has the ability to shape perspectives and drive change. In this dynamic six-week workshop, you will engage in both group and one-on-one sessions in order to immerse yourself in the art of persuasive op-ed and opinion writing. You’ll have an opportunity to learn from nationally recognized experts in writing and editing, including being able to ask questions about your work. Ten participants will work directly with Trent Spiner, an editor-in-chief and former national political reporter, in one-on-one sessions designed to help you craft and publish an op-ed on a topic of your choice. This class will be a journey to craft impactful narratives that inspire meaningful action in your community. All classes will be conducted via Zoom.

What You'll Gain:

• Develop, write, and pitch at least one compelling op-ed.
• Group classes focused on brainstorming, drafting, and pitching op-eds.
• Facilitated conversations and Q&A sessions with op-ed experts.

Participants will also receive individualized coaching sessions for hands-on writing, editing and pitching to media outlets. Those include:

• Two one-hour coaching sessions with Trent Spiner, drawing from his extensive experience as an editor-in-chief and presidential campaign reporter.
• Concrete results: a draft op-ed, pitch letter, and actionable leads for publication.

Dates: 

April 5, 2024 (group session)
Noon - 4 p.m.
Held via Zoom

May 3, 2024 (group session)
Noon - 4 p.m.
Held via Zoom

One-on-one coaching sessions will be individually scheduled

Audience: Open to all New Hampshire residents, with a special emphasis on those engaged in advocacy or working at mission-based non-profits.

Application Instructions: 

Registration fee for accepted applicants: $199

Fee covers two four-hour workshops and two hours of one-on-one coaching. Financial aid is available upon request. This program is supported by an endowment created by the N.H. Secretary of State's Office and the Center for Public Responsibility and Corporate Citizenship awarded to Saint Anselm College in 2013.

Application link: https://bit.ly/49lOExG

All classes will be conducted via Zoom.

Questions? Email Violet Victoria at vvictoria@anselm.edu