One of the first seminars I taught at was The Poynter Institute for Media Studies’ “Newspaper Design for the ’80s”.  Here’s the invitation letter from Mario Garcia bio, associate director of Poynter. I had been at the Institute earlier as both a participant and a presenter.

Dear Howard:
I am delighted that you will be working with us to present the Graphics & Illustration Seminar, November 27-December 2, 1988. As you can see, I have scheduled your session as a Wednesday evening wine/cheese session to be held at the hotel. However, I hope that you will be able to be with us the entire week since we feel that interaction with the faculty is part of the reason for the success of our programs….

The reception and dinner Sunday evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Petersburg Beach Hilton where the group will be staying. Martha has reserved a room for you for Sunday through Friday night. Let her know if you plan to arrive earlier or depart later.

I’m looking forward to having you back with us at the Institute.

Sincerely,

Mario R. Garcia