Join us to honour RDP's 2024 Student Writer Award winners! The winners will read excerpts from their work. As well, special guest Kaitlyn Purcell, a local author, will share insights on the craft of writing. After the readings, enjoy snacks and mingle with fellow attendees.

This event is open to the entire RDP community and the public.

Questions? Email Anah Samuelson and Cristalle Smith at SWA@rdpolytech.ca.

Kaitlyn Purcell is a Dënésułıné artist, writer, and postdoctoral scholar (University of Calgary) working between Amiskwaciy and Mohkinstis. She is a proud member of Smith's Landing First Nation (Treaty 8 territory).

Kaitlyn is a recipient of numerous awards, including a doctoral research SSHRC award and the Metatron Prize for her debut poetic novella ʔbédayine. Her writing can be found in Yarrow, Grain, and The Capilano Review. Her art writing can be found at The Esker Foundation, Norberg Hall, and YYZ Artists' Outlet.