Events and Resources

Participants must have an approved prospectus and must be far enough along in their projects to devote a full week to writing; the Dissertation Lab is not designed to accommodate extended periods of library research or data collection. Students must commit to the full, in-person week of Dissertation Lab. The event is open to all doctoral candidates, but limited spots are available. Application information will made available March 1, 2024.

The five-day 8:30am to 3pm schedule is intended to offer extended periods of writing punctuated by opportunities for motivation and feedback from select faculty and fellow participants. 

Each morning will begin with breakfast while a faculty member shares tips, tricks, and words of wisdom about the writing process, followed by a morning writing session. Lunch, provided by the Graduate School, will offer participants time for rest and informal conversation with their peers, as well as a brief small group meeting to help writers work through problems and set writing goals for the next day. Each day will conclude with an afternoon writing session. Writers will have access to large tables, power outlets, AirBear, printers, and coffee throughout the day.