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Mark Nowak Reading
September 15, 2009
The Rose O'Neill Literary House and the Department of English present Mark Nowak for an introduction to his work.
Click to enlarge photos by Karly Kolaja '11.
Newly appointed Director of the Rose O'Neill Literary House, Mark Nowak, introduces his poetry project The Way Forward.
Mr. Nowak, who will also teach English at Washington College, is a documentary poet, labor activist and social critic.
Provost and Dean of the College Christopher Ames was among those in attendance at Mr. Nowak's reading.
Mr. Nowak listens as an African Ford Auto employee reads his poetry from one of Mr. Nowak's workshops.
Mr. Nowak reads an exceprt from his book, Coal Mountain Elementary, which describes coal mining disasters in the US and China.
Playwright, historian and social critic Howard Zinn referred to Coal Mountain Elementary as a "stunning educational tool."
Kat Muller '11 listens as Mr. Nowak delivers his closing remarks.
With his family in the front row, Mr. Nowak offers himself up to questions from the audience.
Along with students and professors from Washington College, members of the Chestertown community attended the event.
During the reception following his reading, Mr. Nowak signs a copy of his book for Vice President for College Advancement Beth Herman.