Lori Horvik, associate professor of theatre, will present a workshop during the Communication, Speech and Theatre Association of North Dakota annual conference, Sept. 17-19 in Mandan, N.D.

Her workshop, titled “Building Character for the Stage and Oral Interp,” will explore techniques for creating tangible, recognizable and engaging characters. Participants will include high school and university faculty from across the state.

Horvik has been a member of the theatre arts faculty since 1995. She teaches directing, acting, dramatic literature, introduction to theatre and world film. She serves as associate director for productions for the Little Country Theatre, the producing arm of the Department of Theatre Arts.