Join us for the inaugural edition of the MWAA Arts & Culture Series, a new McGill Women's Alumnae Association program celebrating the remarkable women whose work has shaped our cultural, intellectual, and creative landscape.

This special event moves beyond the traditional author talk to offer an intimate and engaging conversation with distinguished McGill alumnae whose writing has touched readers across generations. Together, they will explore the experiences, challenges, and moments of inspiration that have influenced their work and their careers.

Through discussions on creativity, leadership, identity, resilience, and the power of storytelling, our panelists will share personal reflections and professional insights, offering a thoughtful exchange for readers, writers, and lifelong learners alike.

Featured Participants

Tania Chomyk, BEd'96, MEd'08
Life transition expert, author, and educator

Speakers
Claire Holden Rothman, BA'81, BCL'84
Acclaimed novelist, short story writer, and translator

Stephanie Gutnik, BA'11
Author, public speaker, and president of Tuxedo Concepts

Dominique Fortier, PhD'03
Award-winning Québec novelist and translator

From acclaimed literary works to entrepreneurial and personal storytelling, these exceptional McGill women have each forged distinctive paths and contributed meaningfully to contemporary culture. Their conversation promises to be candid, thought-provoking, and deeply inspiring.

Whether you are passionate about literature, interested in the creative process, or simply eager to hear from accomplished women leaders, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow alumni and engage in a memorable morning of ideas and inspiration.

We hope you will join us for the launch of this exciting new series and be part of a conversation that celebrates creativity, courage, and the stories that shape us.

Joignez-vous à nous pour la première édition de la série Arts et Culture de l'Association des anciennes étudiantes de McGill (AAÉM), un nouveau programme qui met à l'honneur des femmes remarquables dont le travail a façonné notre paysage culturel, intellectuel et créatif.
Personalités invitées

Animatrice
Tania Chomyk, B.Ed. (1996), M.Ed. (2008)
Experte en transitions de vie, autrice et éducatrice

Conférencières
Claire Holden Rothman, B.A. (1981), B.C.L. (1984)
Romancière, nouvelliste et traductrice de renom

Stephanie Gutnik, B.A. 2011
Autrice, conférencière et présidente de Tuxedo Concepts

Dominique Fortier, Ph. D. (2003)
Romancière et traductrice québécoise primée
Qu'il s'agisse d'oeuvres littéraires acclamées, d'entrepreneuriat ou de récits personnels, ces remarquables diplômées de McGill ont chacune suivi une voie unique et laissé leur empreinte sur la culture contemporaine.

Nous vous invitons à vous joindre à nous pour le lancement de cette nouvelle série et à découvrir, à travers des échanges authentiques et inspirants, la créativité, le courage et les histoires qui nous définissent.

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