This timeline lists Margaret Atwood's academic engagements, including teaching positions and residencies at various universities, reflecting her influence in academia.
Instructor in English at the University of British Columbia
1964-1965
Atwood holds a teaching position at the University of British Columbia. This marked one of her first formal roles in academia.
Writer-in-Residence at Sir George Williams University (now Concordia University)
1967-1968
Atwood served as a Writer-in-Residence at Sir George Williams University. As a Writer-in-Residence she had the opportunity to influence students and engage with the local literary community.
Writer-in-Residence at the University of Alberta
1970
Atwood served as Writer-in-Residence at the University of Alberta. As a Writer-in-Residence she had the opportunity to influence students and engage with the local literary community.
Writer-in-Residence at Massey College, University of Toronto
1972-1973
Atwood served as Writer-in-Residence at Massey College, University of Toronto.
Berg Professor at New York University
1975
Atwood held the position of Berg Professor at New York University. This professorship enabled her to engage with a broad range of students and fellow academics.
Visiting Professor at the University of Alabama
1976-1977
Atwood worked as a Visiting Professor at the University of Alabama.