Gannon University's English Department manages several initiatives: Totem, the National High School Poetry Contest, and several Gannon University writing awards. 

Totem

The student-run literary and art magazine Totem is published once per year. When the submission window is open, a project link will appear on this page. Inquiries about Totem should be directed to Dr. Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal or Sophia Messenger.

National High School Poetry Contest

The annual National High School Poetry Contest is open to high school students in the United States of America. When the submission window is open, a project link will appear on this page. Inquiries about the poetry contest should be directed to Dr. Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal. 

Gannon University Writing Awards

The annual writing awards recognize the work of Gannon University students from across the university's three colleges. Winners are announced at the University Writing Awards Ceremony in April, and this ceremony includes the winner of the National High School Poetry Contest as well as featuring guest speakers. Nomination forms signed by your professor must be included with your submission. 

Iconic: The Anthology of Erie Poets

Iconic: the Anthology of Erie Poets is an annual anthology of poets local to Erie, PA. Each year, faculty and students from Gannon University coordinate with NWPA Poetry, Community Access Media, and the Erie County Public Library to produce the anthology. This project is designed to promote community through poetry while celebrating and amplifying the voices of local poets. 

Submissions to the Anthology open May 1st and close on August 15th every year. For more information, please contact Dr. Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal.