University
Club Author-in-Residence Program
Founded in 1898, the University Club
of Portland is a unique and extraordinary private social club. The Club’s 550
members include professionals from the public and private sectors, business
owners, authors, artists, and leaders in government and education.
The University Club
of Portland’s Author-in-Residence program was established in 2004. It began due
to the success of the Club’s annual Authors’ Night which has brought local
authors to speak and socialize with Members for the last twenty years. The
Author-in-Residence program enriches the membership experience and allows local
authors to reach out to new audiences.
The University Club
is soliciting applications for the 2024-2025 program year, due April 30, 2024.
The University Club of Portland Author-in-Residence is chosen for a residency
of one year (June-May). The Author-in Residence is introduced during the annual
Author’s night, and a second event such as an Author’s Cocktail Hour is
scheduled later during the year.
The resident author
receives a complimentary year-long membership in the University Club as well as
access to reciprocal clubs worldwide. The author also receives a complimentary
twice-monthly luncheon privilege for two, and an invitation to attend one
complimentary University Club-sponsored event for two during the residency
period, with food and non-alcoholic beverages included.
The author’s books
are displayed prominently in the University Club Library and the author is able
to make copies of their work for sale at the Club. Through lectures and/or
workshops the author also has access to the large and select audience of the
University Club membership.
Applications/Submission
Process
To apply, please send the following materials to the
University Club by April 30, 2024
1225 SW 6th Avenue | Portland, OR 97204
University Club of Portland
Contact: Alex Sowerby [email protected]
Letter of Interest (include address, phone,
e-mail, and website if applicable). The
Letter of Interest should include proposals to engage with the members of the
University Club. The Committee will be
interested in proposals which indicate the Applicant has given thought to the
goals of the program. Activities could
include, but are not limited to:
Workshops, Lectures.
One-page résumé.
Selection
Process
The Residency program is open to authors living in Oregon
and Southwest Washington. Proximity to Portland is essential for active
commitment to the Residency. Applications will be reviewed by the University
Club Library Committee, who will make a recommendation to the Board of
Directors.
Benefits
to University Club Members
Members can also take advantage of scheduled author lectures
and social events.