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Writing Sessions
Writing Sessions
The core of the retreat is significant, dedicated time to write in community with other UC faculty. We provide delicious food, beverages, and space to support a productive and focused writing environment, with both indoor and outdoor options at the UC Botanical Garden.
The writing sessions are the foundation of the retreat. If you attend both workshops, which we encourage you to do, you will have a maximum of 8.5 hours of writing time over the two days of the retreat. If you decide not to attend the workshops, you will have a maximum of 11.5 hours of writing time.
By writing, we mean engaging in a specific research or creative project that demands writing in support of your advancement and success as a faculty member. As long as you think this opportunity for quiet and dedicated writing time will serve you, you are encouraged to apply.
What UC Berkeley faculty said about the August 2025 Retreat:
What UC Berkeley faculty said about the August 2025 Retreat:
“I went from being stuck [...] to having a first draft of the technical part of a paper within two days.”
“This retreat was spectacular. It completely rewired my approach to writing.”
“I was able to get a lot of writing done and developed new ideas for my work.”
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