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. We try to keep the cost of workshops as low as possible, and are able to offer some for free through partnerships and grant funding. Fees can be waived for financial hardship. Otherwise, donations are always welcome. 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: Writing for Change: Civic Writing Community Events Starting Out: Basic Writing Techniques Daily Depictions: Creative Journaling A Walk in the Woods: Nature Writing through Poetry and Prose A Little Bit of Give and Take: Responding to Writing sic: the CWC Online Magazine Writing Workshop F.A.Q.

Writing for Change: Civic Writing Community Events
Does change in democracy require civic dialogue? If so, where is it and who gets to talk? Or write? Join the CWC as we learn the techniques of civic writing, such as Letters to Editors and Public Officials. Come with a concern; stay to write a letter with the help of CWC writing coaches.

Starting Out: Basic Writing Techniques
Do you wish you felt more confident in your writing? Maybe you have some basic questions, but are not sure whom to ask? Join us for these interactive workshops that cover everything from sentence structure to organization.

Daily Depictions: Creative Journaling
Learn how to use journals as an expression of your creative self and how to turn daily writing into creative works. From prompts to photographs and sketches, join the CWC to start your artistic journey into writing.

A Walk in the Woods: Nature Writing through Poetry and Prose
Inspired by nature, but think only scientists write about birds and trees? Do your favorite memories take place outside? Join writing and nature lover Jerry Puckett for this interactive workshop, exploring nature through poetry and prose. This workshop will help you reflect, learn from, and share your greenest experiences. One session of this workshop will meet at a designated outdoor park or canyon.

A Little Bit of Give and Take: Responding to Writing
Learn the best strategies for responding to writing, leading toward effective revision practices. Bring a piece of writing to work on.

Be Involved: Volunteer Training for Coaching and Mentoring

Train to be a volunteer at the SLCC Community Writing Center! Learn the tools necessary to be an effective writing assistant — as a Writing Coach, Writing Group Mentor or Workshop Facilitator. If you are interested in becoming a CWC Volunteer, please register for one of the workshops above. (Volunteers need to be available for a six-month commitment to the program.)

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.