Salman Rushdie continues with Emory

Emory University announced Wednesday that renowned writer Salman Rushdie will continue with the college for another five years and take on more duties.

As a University Distinguished Professor, Rushdie will teach additional courses and work with more faculty. His annual campus lecture will continue.

For the past five years he was a Distinguished Writer in Residence and spent about five weeks on campus teaching, advising students and participating in other activities.