Question 1

Where will the retreat take place?

Accepted Answer

Writing retreats are held on the ground floor of the PCL in the University Writing Center and Learning Lab 1. When you arrive, check in at either location and then choose a table in whichever space you prefer. You're welcome to move around throughout the day! Note: consultations are held in the UWC.

Question 2

How are retreats structured?

Accepted Answer

Writing retreats are intended to be relatively unstructured, distraction-free time for getting work done among peers. We will have a variety of writing resources and goal-setting handouts available to help you manage your time.

Question 3

Will writing consultations be available?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We will have several graduate consultants on call to hold short, 15-minute writing consultations throughout the day, both online and in-person. Consultations will be held in the reduced-distraction rooms in the UWC, and sign-ups will be available day of.

Question 4

Do you have refreshments?

Accepted Answer

There will be coffee, tea, and a variety of packaged snacks available in the UWC. We sometimes offer fresh treats like bagels or tacos (quantity limited, first-come first-served). The UWC break room has a refrigerator and microwave that you may use should you prefer to bring your own food.

Spring 2024 UWC Graduate Writing Retreat

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