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Programs

The Center's programs reflect its commitment to literature, the creative arts, student engagement, and community partnerships. 

SLU student, Samanvita Kasthuri, performs at the Arundhati Roy Literary Award ceremony at the Sheldon Concert Hall

SLU student, Samanvita Kasthuri, performs at the Arundhati Roy Literary Award ceremony at the Sheldon Concert Hall 

St. Louis Literary Award

Margaret Atwood is presented the St. Louis Literary Award by Ted Ibur and Lana Pepper

Margaret Atwood is presented the St. Louis Literary Award by Ted Ibur and Lana Pepper

One of the nation's longest-running literary awards, bringing distinguished writers to Saint Louis University since 1967. Each visit includes a public award ceremony and an Author Craft Talk and serves as the foundation for many of the Center's programs throughout the year. 

Youth Literary Initiative

Working with area high school teachers, the Center supports a shared reading experience that culminates in a campus visit featuring discussions, workshops, and conversations among students from schools across the region. 

Campus Read

Each year, the university and the broader community come together around a book by the current Literary Award recipient through discussions, presentations, performances, and creative responses. 

Student Competitions

The Undergraduate Writing Award, the 1818 Writing Competition, and the Inspired By Arts Showcase recognize outstanding work by high school and university students and provide opportunities to share that work beyond the classroom. 

CraftTalks at Saint Louis University Podcast 

CraftTalks features conversations with writers, artists, educators, scholars, and other creative thinkers, exploring the experiences, influences, and ideas behind their work.