Literature Programs

Indulge your love of literature. Through discussions, classes, independent study courses, and audio resources, we offer several options to explore. Browse these pages to learn about the educational opportunities and services that we offer. Contact us by calling 608-262-3733 or by e-mail.

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Literature programs include:

• Madison Area Literature Classes - Classes for adults, and morning book talks at the Madison Public Library, provide convenient and enriching opportunities to explore both classic and current popular literature. Different programs each semester. You will find descriptions of all current literature programs in the UW-Madison Continuing Studies catalog.
  
  
• The Courage to Write -  The award winning series of audio programs and guides on women novelists and poets. An ideal resource for individual booklovers, teachers, and commuters or for libraries, radio stations, schools, retirement centers, and book groups. Choose from five different periods or authors.
  
  
• Independent Learning - Distance education courses in literature allow you to learn at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home. A variety of classes are available for noncredit, college credit or high school credit.
  
  
• Emeritus Lecture Series - "Eloquence & Eminence" is an annual series of free lectures given by retired University of Wisconsin-Madison faculty known for their teaching excellence and expertise. E-mail Emily Auerbach for more information.

Also of interest:

• Writing Programs - Noncredit creative writing classes available year round.

Contact information:

Emily Auerbach, phone: 608-262-3733, e-mail: eauerbach@dcs.wisc.edu.
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