In commemoration of the centenary of the birth of Sorley MacLean (1911 – 1996) Sabhal Mòr Ostaig and the Scottish Centre for Island Studies, Faculty of Business and Creative Industries, University of the West of Scotland invite you to join in a celebration of his life, work and legacy.

Leading the distinguished array of local, national and international contributors will be Scots Makar, Liz Lochhead, Scotland’s recently appointed new national poet along with Aonghas MacNeacail. Keynote speakers will include Professor Douglas Gifford, Timothy Neat, Professor Maire Ni Annrachain and Christopher Whyte.

Delegates can choose to stay on campus for the duration of the conference at a rate of £275 which includes 3 nights accommodation, full board and conference dinner. A daily delegate rate of £35 not including accommodation is also available, as are special discounted rates for students.

Wednesday 15 – Saturday 18 June 2011

To book your place at the conference fill in our ONLINE BOOKING FORM or contact Sandra Byrne on 01471 888 000 or by e-mail.

Source: Sabhal Mòr Ostaig