Summer Scholars Writing Academy
Immerse yourself in a supportive and stimulating environment as you enhance your creative and academic writing skills through the free Summer Scholars Writing Academy. This will be led and taught by the Academic Assistance and Tutoring Centers (AATC).
This in-person program offers current and incoming UC Davis students the opportunity to spend six weeks working on a variety of writing projects. Students will engage with new writing situations that invite deeper engagement with audience, purpose and tone.
Dates and session times
Sessions I: June 23 - July 28
Session II: Aug. 4 - Sept. 8
3:10 - 4 p.m. on Tuesdays
Advance registration is required and closes one week before the beginning of the program. Sign up on the web form on this page.
Program highlights
Earn badges — Writers earn three distinct badges at each level by completing specific tasks. Level up your writing as you earn badges!
Creative writing exercises — Explore various genres and styles while honing the craft of writing and deepening connections to campus. Engage in dynamic activities such as creative expression and innovative thinking.
Writing support — Work one-on-one with AATC writing specialists to develop sustainable writing practices, gain a deepened understanding of university writing expectations, and practice writing in multiple genres and writing situations. Specialists will support students' as they improve their understanding of disciplinary conventions and their ability to produce high-quality writing.
Writing group activities and discussions — Participate in interactive writing group activities and discussions that promote collaboration and the exchange of ideas. Designed to build a strong writing community and provide low-stakes and high-yield opportunities for students to explore voice, audience and purpose.
Expectations — Attend free weekly sessions and build community with fellow Aggie writers during the summer.
Outcomes
By the end of the academy, writing scholars should be able to
- effectively identify and engage with new writing situations
- gain practical skills and techniques to enhance their writing for academic purposes
- build confidence in their ability to express ideas effectively
- establish connections with peers and mentors within the writing community
- acquire knowledge and tools to demonstrate their communication skills in competitive job markets