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Dr. Roger Gordon to speak at MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing event

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Dr. Roger Gordon, retired 69传媒professor, former Dean of Science, and author will join members of the MacLauchlan family and the 69传媒campus community to celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and staff at the fourth annual MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing Celebration.

The Celebration will take place on Friday, November 13 at 1:30 pm in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall.

Dr. Gordon will speak about and read from his captivating memoir, 鈥淪tarting To Frame,鈥 that details his life growing up in post-war Sheffield, England, amidst the turmoil of mental illness.

The Prizes recognize of the importance of effective writing as a foundational skill for academic success and lifelong learning and were established in 2011 by the MacLauchlan family to honour H. Wade MacLauchlan's contributions to the University and his 12 years of service as President and Vice-Chancellor from 1999-2011.  Up to $30,000 are distributed annually in awards.

All are welcome.

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