Re: North Bennet Street School

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As there are many graduates of both programs (NBSS, Iowa), but also Alabama
on this list, it would be very interesting to hear about some of the
strengths, and weaknesses, of the programs. The goals of these programs
also seem different, esp NBSS vs the academic book arts programs.

Comments folks?

p.

At 09:47 PM 7/16/2001 -0400, you wrote:
> A query for the wisdom of this list.
>
> For those who have attended, or for anyone with an opinion on the matter,
> what are your thoughts about the North Bennet Street School bookbinding
> program? What do you see as its strengths? (and weaknesses) Are people who
> complete this program adequately prepared for a career in the book world?
> How does this program compare/contrast to Iowa's program? Is there another
> comparable program in the US or Canada?
>
> Thank you for the thoughts or insights anyone might provide. It will all
> help this novice ruminating over his future.
>
> Kevin Driedger


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