Writing Workshops

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. 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.

Upcoming Workshops NaNoWriMo: Write a Novel in a Month Txt Msging Lingo: Your Guide to Instant Communication Give Yourself Away: Writing for Gifts sic: the CWC Online Magazine Writing Workshop F.A.Q.

Upcoming Workshops

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NaNoWriMo: Write a Novel in a Month
November is National Novel Writing Month! Join us for this seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. We will explore techniques for writing 50,000 words in 30 days, and attempt to end the month with a finished product. Don’t worry about mistakes; that’s part of the process.  Help sessions will also be conducted throughout the month.

Txt Msging Lingo: Your Guide to Instant Communication
Ever seen the phrase: “Ill tty l8tr!” and wondered what on earth it meant?  You’re not alone. Come to the Txt Msging Lingo workshop and get a brief introduction to this growing language. Surprise your friends and family with your new knowledge as you navigate the instant communication highway with ease!

Give Yourself Away: Writing for Gifts
Don’t shop this holiday season; write! Whether it’s letter-filled ornaments or family memories collected in a book, words say it all. Join us for this one-day workshop to craft memorable holiday gifts.

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.