Clarion University is proud to host the East Central Writing Center Association’s 2013 conference, “Writing/Commons,” on April 12-13, 2013.

The conference’s featured speaker, Frankie Condon, is Associate Professor of English and Faculty Coordinator of the Writing Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She’s also a Clarion alum. Her talk will focus on the gift economy and the cultivation of the commons.

Clarion, PA is conveniently located at Exit 62 of Interstate 80, about an hour and a half northeast of Pittsburgh. The town is near Cook Forest State Park and is a gateway to the Pennsylvania Wilds region.

The local Housing Committee has reserved blocks of rooms at the Holiday Inn, The Quality Inn, and the Comfort Inn. All are located near the Interstate, about two miles from campus. Prices range from about $55-$70. When you call to book your room, mention ECWCA to receive the conference rate.

Holiday Inn: 814.226.8850

Quality Inn: 814. 226.8682

Comfort Inn: 814.226.5230

Your conference registration fee includes the Friday evening meal and speaker. Early registration closes on March 31, 2013:

Students: $50

Professionals: $100

Late and on-site registration:

Students: $60

Professionals: $110

Click here to register: www.clarion.edu/381672. You may pay by check or credit card. Payment instructions are on the registration form.

If you have any questions, please contact Chris McCarrick, Clarion’s Writing Center Director, at 814.393.2739 or cmccarrick@clarion.edu.

We look forward to seeing you in April!