Third Spaces Writing Program
Sociologist Ray Oldenburg used the term “third space” to refer to those places away from home and work that are neutral and non-hierarchical. Homi K. Bhabha argued that third spaces allow the marginalized to imagine liberation. The Faculty Diversity Writing Program embraces the idea of “third spaces” as a means of cultivating physical, mental, and institutional space to discuss shared challenges and aspirations, and to advance our professional and personal goals.
The Third Spaces Writing Program offers faculty of color a space to gather and interact while pursuing writing goals. Intended as supportive, participant-driven spaces, these writing sessions offer dedicated time and support for faculty to focus on scholarly writing and connect with colleagues around goals and challenges.
Third Spaces Virtual Write-on-Site Sessions: Fall 2022
These virtual sessions create spaces for faculty of color to gather and interact while pursuing writing goals. Sessions begin with a small group 15-minute check-in, with each participant introducing themselves, their writing project, and specific writing goals. Participants will then work independently on their writing goals, reconvening in the final 15 minutes to discuss their progress, challenges, and to set writing goals.
Register below for as many sessions as you’d like.
Spring sessions run from February through May.
Mondays, 9am-12pm, facilitated by Kiran Asher - REGISTER
Mondays, 3pm-5pm, facilitated by Caroline H. Yang - REGISTER
Wednesdays, 9am-12pm, facilitated by Alice Nash - REGISTER
Wednesdays, 3pm-5pm, facilitated by Cathy Luna - REGISTER
Thursdays, 9am-12pm, facilitated by Enrique Suarez - REGISTER
If you have questions or would like to join one of the current spring sessions, please contact facultydiversity@umass.edu
Third Spaces Writing Retreats
Away from the buzz of campus, these day-long retreats will give us a chance to regroup at the end of a hectic semester and focus on our writing goals while connecting with faculty from across campus. A writing coach will also be available throughout the day for one-on-one consultations.
