Academics

Office of Faculty Development Hosts Fall Scholarly Writing Programs

The Office of Faculty Development (OFD) is pleased to announce its fall program schedule in support of scholarly writing. OFD’s Scholarly Writing Programs offer a variety of workshops and small groups to foster community, connection and accountability among faculty writers.

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Writing Accountability Circles (WACs)

OFD is launching two WACS to begin in October. A WAC is a small group of eight to nine colleagues who meet weekly to write and share their progress on individual writing projects. Sessions include time for brief check-ins and writing. Members should have a commitment to their own writing project, to attending the sessions, and to supporting other circle members in their self-identified writing goals. A facilitator will participate in the first two meetings, followed by peer-led sessions throughout the semester. The first session will be held remotely. Circle members will decide whether to continue to meet remotely or in person for the remaining sessions.

Two WACs will be launched this fall:

  • Mondays, 8:30-10 a.m., Oct. 25-Dec. 13, 8 weeks
  • Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m., Oct. 28- Dec. 16, 7 weeks, no Thanksgiving session

WACs will be formed on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are accepted through Oct. 8. Notification of acceptance by Oct. 11.

Scholarly Writing: What Works for You?

Friday, Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m., 2601 W.E.B. Du Bois Library

How can you create a scholarly writing life that works for you? In this 1.5-hour workshop, scholarly writing coach Cathy Luna will facilitate a discussion of common challenges for faculty writers and strategies and tactics for addressing them. Participants will also learn about and share writing support systems and resources. Facilitator: Cathy Luna

Monthly Scholarly Writing Retreats

OFD hosts day-long Scholarly Writing Retreats on one Friday each month throughout the academic year. These retreats take place in the Faculty Commons of the W.E.B. Du Bois

Library which offers ample space for writing at large tables, collaborative workrooms, and a great view. Register for the morning session, afternoon session, or both.

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Writing Accountability Sessions

These virtual writing sessions offer dedicated time and facilitated support for faculty to focus on scholarly writing in the company of colleagues. Attend any or all according to your schedule and availability.

Upcoming Sessions:

  •  Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10-11:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Nov. 17, 10-11:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 15, 10-11:30 a.m.

Time to Focus: Working Accountability Sessions

These virtual accountability sessions offer dedicated time and facilitated support to work on your project, whether it is to write a proposal or manuscript, or to design a unit for your course. Attend any or all according to your schedule and availability.

Upcoming Sessions:

  • Monday, Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Monday, Nov. 15, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Monday, Dec. 20, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.