Need dedicated writing time this summer? Writing alongside others can provide accountability, motivation, and a sense of community, especially when tackling large or complex projects. This full-day retreat provides a structured, supportive environment where participants can focus on their writing, make meaningful progress, and connect with fellow writers.
The UConn Library and the Writing Center are teaming up to provide a unique opportunity for both a structured space to write and optional breakout sessions with librarians and Writing Center staff focused on key elements of scholarly writing and publishing. These sessions do not contain writing instruction, but instead offer a space to sit, concentrate, and write.
Free for all UConn graduate students, postdocs, staff, and faculty.
Registration is recommended
Tuesday, July 21
10:00am-4:00pm
Writing Center, Homer Babbidge Library Level 2
Activities
9:30 - Arrival & Breakfast (coffee, bagels, muffins, fruit salad)
10:00-10:30 - Welcome & Introduction with UConn Library & Writing Center staff
10:30-12:00 - Writing Block 1
11:00 - Breakout Session 1 - Starting a Writing Group
11:30 - Breakout Session 2 - Citation Management Tools
12:00-1:00: Bring Your Own Lunch, Social & Treats Provided (cookies, mini brownies, mini cupcakes)
1:00-3:30 - Writing Block 2
1:00 - Breakout Session 3 - Research Writing for the Sciences
2:00 - Breakout Session 4 - Navigating Copyright & Access Questions
3:00 - Breakout Session 5 - Selecting the Right Journal for Your Scholarship
For more information, contact: Ery Caswell at ery.caswell@uconn.edu