This workshop series is intended to introduce graduate students to the general writing conventions, rhetorical moves, and expectations of the dissertation. The workshops are not specific to any one field, and instead, will address common challenges and strategies for writing success across disciplines. We will also discuss and practice ways to develop good writing habits, including but not limited to goal setting, scheduling writing time, separating the task of writing from editing and revising, and experimenting with tools for increased productivity.

This workshop series will be most useful to ABD graduate students near or at the beginning of the dissertation-writing process, and we encourage those writers to attend all sessions. Writers at other stages are welcome to join any or all meetings. All writers may find it helpful to also join a UWC summer writing group to complement the workshops with regular, protected writing time.

Each session will include a presentation and time for discussion and resource-sharing. Many sessions will include a writing activity and guided reflection. All sessions will be on Zoom, and registration is required. Workshops may be recorded and posted to the UWC Graduate Services YouTube channel.