About the Conference

Literature &... is a unique literary conference for high school students to present their original, creative work. Students synthesize a piece of literature with another discipline (music, art, movies, etc.) to present a unique perspective on the topic of their choice. The academic conference challenges students to make connections, question preconceptions, and engage in purposeful dialogue about literature and its relevance to the larger world. The program includes creative pieces, short stories, and essays about works of literature in general, as well as presentations that join creative writing with analysis of history, pop culture, film, art history, and philosophy.

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Previous Conference Recordings

Important Information

We are excited about the upcoming Conference on Friday, March 8, from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

It was a great challenge to make selections this year from a host of worthy, dynamic work. We want to wholeheartedly thank everyone who submitted.

View the list of 2024 Literature &... Presenters

View the 2024 Literature &... Program
 
Information for Presenters and Teachers:
Teachers are more than welcome to attend the conference. A registration link will be emailed a week prior to the event.

 Food:
We will have a light breakfast, and refreshments will be available throughout the day. Lunch will also be provided for all students and teachers.

 Parking:
Anyone arriving by car must park at the nearby VA lot (201 S. Barrington Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90049) in Brentwood Village. Archer is situated in a residential neighborhood and operates under a strict conditional use permit; it is essential that guests park in the VA lot and not on neighboring streets. Validations will be given to guests who present their parking ticket to Archer Security upon arrival, so there is no cost for parking. Visitors must bring their parking ticket with them so that the validation can be applied.
Please reach out to the Conference Leadership Team or Brian Wogensen with any questions. 

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The Archer School for Girls’ mission is to educate students in an environment specifically designed for girls. As such, the school will consider any candidate for admission who identifies as a girl. Once admitted to Archer, all students in good academic standing who abide by Archer’s code of conduct and who meet requirements for graduation will be eligible to receive an Archer diploma, regardless of any change in sexual identity or other legally protected status.