Alicia Gordon Award for Word Artistry in Translation

ATA invites nominations for the 2008 Alicia Gordon Award for Word Artistry in Translation. This award has been established in memory of Alicia Gordon, known for creating imaginative solutions to knotty translation problems based on rigorous research. The award was established by Alicia's sister, Dr. Jane Gordon, and award funds are administered by the American Foundation for Translation and Interpretation (AFTI).


Eligibility

The award is open to ATA members in good standing. Passages may be submitted by the translators themselves or by others on their behalf. The translation that, in the opinion of the judges, demonstrates the highest level of artistry in translation will receive the award.


Submission Guidelines

  1. Translations of up to 750 words between (to or from) English and Spanish or French in any subject matter field will be considered.
  2. The translation and the source text must be submitted electronically by June 1, 2008 to aftiorg@aol.com.
  3. Only one submission per applicant will be accepted. Submission of more than one translation will result in disqualification of the applicant.
  4. The translation must have been done by an individual (no group efforts).
  5. If the translation was done as a work for hire, the party that contracted for the translation must consent in writing to its submission for the award.
  6. Former award recipients are excluded from subsequent cycles.
  7. The decision of the judges is final.
  8. Applicants will be notified of the judges' decision with respect to their submission. Notification will be by electronic or other means as determined by the committee of judges.
  9. By submitting a translation for consideration, the applicant expressly agrees to comply with these guidelines.
  10. The award will be announced at ATA's 49th Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, California (November 5-8, 2008).

Deadline: June 1, 2008. (Candidates are encouraged to submit nominations early.)

 
Award

$250 and a certificate of recognition

Please send nominations to:
Alicia Gordon Award for Word Artistry in Translation
American Foundation for Translation and Interpretation, Inc.
Columbia Plaza, Suite 101
350 E Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Phone: (269) 383-6893
Fax: (269) 387-6333
E-mail: aftiorg@aol.com
Web: www.afti.org