Community Writing Center
We offer a wide range of writing workshops here at the Community Writing Center. Explore a variety of writing topics in theme-based classes. Past workshops include: Letters to the Editor, Poetry, Memoir, Editing Tips, College Application Essays, Journaling and Creative Writing. Workshops are created in response to community requests and are taught by our talented Writing Assistants. If there's a workshop you'd like us to offer in the future, please let us know by email: cwc@slcc.edu
Most workshops take place at the Community Writing Center. We try to keep the cost of workshops as low as possible, and are able to offer some for free through partnerships and grant funding. Fees can be waived for financial hardship. Otherwise, donations are always welcome. Due to limited space, it is necessary to register in advance if you plan to attend a workshop. Registration will close one hour prior to the scheduled event. Registrants who choose to not to attend should call to cancel one week prior to the workshop; after this time payments are non-refundable.
To register for workshops on-line, click here!
If you are interested in more in-depth writing workshops, explore the Writer's Toolbox with the University of Utah's Lifelong Learning Program.
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Writing for Change: Civic Writing Community Events
Does change in democracy require civic dialogue? If so, where is it and who gets to talk? Or write? Join the CWC as we learn the techniques of civic writing, such as Letters to Editors and Public Officials. Come with a concern; stay to write a letter with the help of CWC writing coaches.
| September 14 (Tu), 6-9 p.m. October 12 (Tu), 6-9 p.m.
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College & Scholarship Essays
No matter what grade you are in, it is never too early (or too late) to get help on your college application and scholarship essays. Join the CWC and students from all walks of life and educational levels as we explore what it takes to make your application essay stand out. Participants are welcome to bring an essay in progress, or begin one in the workshop.
| 2-part workshop, September 18 & 25 (Sa)
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Grammar Phobia
Confused by commas? Perplexed by parentheses? Bring your questions about writing and grammar to the Grammar Phobia workshop! The workshop will address some of the most common grammar questions and offer strategies for recognizing and understanding the “rules” behind them.
| 1-part workshop, September 29 (W)
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“What Kind of Idea Are You?”: Mash-up Marathon Workshop
Have you ever wondered what might happen if characters from your favorite stories met each other? Or, what if the story took place in a different time and location? How might the characters react? How might the story change? Bring your creative ideas to the workshop and find out! This workshop will be held in conjunction with a writing competition sponsored by the CWC and the Utah Humanities Book Festival (October 20-23). The submission deadline for the “What Kind of Idea Are You?” Mash-up Competition is October 16; winners will be announced at the festival. (See below for additional details on the writing competition.)
While all workshop participants are encouraged to enter their work in the Mash-up Marathon, submission to the contest is NOT required in order to participate in the writing workshop.
| 2-part workshop, October 7 & 14 (Th)
Submission deadline: October 16 (Sa), 3:30 p.m.
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Fractured Fairy Tales: Writing Workshop for Kids (ages 7-14)
“Once upon a time . . .” Then what happens? In this workshop, kids will create their own fractured fairytales using familiar stories and changing the characters, points of view, settings and plots. It will be an imaginative and fun experience, so come and share your ideas! The fractured fairytales created during the workshop will be displayed on the final day of the Utah Humanities Book Festival.
| 1-part workshop, October 23 (Sa)
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NaNoWriMo: Write a Novel in a Month
Write a novel in a month?! Are you crazy? Well we are — crazy about NaNoWriMo that is! Join us in this five-part workshop as we celebrate National Novel Writing Month. The workshop will meet the first Saturday in October and every Saturday in November. This workshop will explore techniques on writing 50,000 words together in 30 days.
| 5-part workshop, October 30, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Sa)
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Joining the Digital World: Introduction to Blogging
Got something to blog about but don’t know how to start? This work¬shop will help you discover ways to convey your ideas to an online community and express your personal voice in a public forum. What-ever you’re passionate about—politics, food, media—blogging can be a great way to share your views. The workshop will also cover ways to craft interesting blogs using the tools of effective online etiquette.
| 3-part workshop, November 2, 9 & 16 (Tu)
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Radio Essays
Why write for radio? What is a radio essay? Radio is one of the most democratic forms of media, it’s free, and almost everyone has access to it. Writing for radio is a great way to connect with others and share your ideas and opinions. This workshop will cover the basics of writing for radio, including tools for crafting a strong narrative and engaging listeners.
| 2-part workshop, December 2 & 9 (Th)
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Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations
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Be Involved: Volunteer Training for Coaching and Mentoring
Train to be a volunteer at the SLCC Community Writing Center! Learn the tools necessary to be an effective writing assistant — as a Writing Coach, Writing Group Mentor or Workshop Facilitator. If you are interested in becoming a CWC Volunteer, please register for one of the workshops above. (Volunteers need to be available for a six-month commitment to the program.)
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sic: the CWC Online Magazine
sic is an online publication showcasing writing generated in CWC Writing Workshops. All workshop participants are welcome to submit their writing. Go to our Publications page to view all of the Community Writing Center's publications, or our newest issue of sic. For more information, call (801) 957-4992.
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