Start here to learn about resources and programs inside and outside LMU that can support your writing, research, and creative practice.
- DIY Writing and Creative Practice Groups-Want to start/join an existing LMU writing or creative practice group? Submit your information here and see who else is interested in writing and creating together!
- National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD)-Register for NCFDD and get notified about their 14 Day Writing Booth Camps and other writing-related opportunities.
Upcoming Events Supporting Writing, Research, Creative Practice
Be sure to check out the CFD newsletter to RSVP for these events!
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Tuesday, October 13th, 12:00 to 1:30pm
Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Finding Funding: Understanding the Difference between Research and Grant Writing
Facilitated by Matt Nelson
Join us for the second workshop in our series on faculty finding funding for research and creative work. Research writing and grant writing may draw on the same ideas, but they serve different purposes—and speak to different audiences. This workshop will help faculty understand the key differences between research writing and grant writing, with particular attention to how audience, purpose, and presentation shape a successful proposal. Faculty will gain practical strategies for adapting their scholarly ideas for a grant audience and leave with greater confidence in communicating the significance and impact of their work to funders. Lunch will be provided.
Friday, Oct 9th and Friday, Dec. 11th; 9am to 4pm
CFD Faculty Writing Retreats
Facilitated by Sarah Adeyinka-Skold
Need a few hours of uninterrupted time to catch up on writing, grading, planning or something else? This writing retreat provides faculty with a quiet, supportive space to make progress on research, writing, teaching preparation, grant proposals, or other professional projects. Come with whatever you need to accomplish—whether that means drafting an article, revising a manuscript, preparing a course, responding to emails, or simply creating uninterrupted time to think and work. The retreat provides structure, focus, and community while giving you the flexibility to work on your own priorities. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided!
Writing and Creative Practice Groups Beyond the Bluff
Note: These are suggestions. Browse each program and use your discretion to choose the one that works for you. If you have a writing group suggestion, please email us!
- Shut up and Write
- Thrive Phd
- Writing in Good Company and other resources for academic writing groups
- The PhD Place
- The Academic Writer’s Space
Writing Retreats Beyond the Bluff
Note: These are suggestions. Browse each program and use your discretion to choose the one that works for you. If you have a writing retreat suggestion, please email us!
- InkWell Academic Writing Retreat
- One Lit Place for Writers
- Black Girls Who Write
- Black Feminist Praxis
- Creative Connections Retreat
- Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation
- Writing in Depth (On sabbatical for 2026)
Sign up for the NCFDD 14-day Writing Challenge!
See dates and registration information at this link