Dissertation Writers Retreat
About the DWR
Are you working on your dissertation or other academic writing? This free event series held each semester is geared towards UofM graduate students and focuses on improving your writing and writing techniques, completing your dissertation, and what to do after dissertation. These events are sponsored by the University Libraries, Graduate School, and Center for Writing and Communication. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility or the event, contact Carl Hess at carl.hess@memphis.edu or 901.678.8206.
Upcoming DWR Events
DWR: Creating Your Scholarly Presence - Wednesday, October 30, 6-7PM - Virtual via Teams
Join us via Microsoft Teams for an enlightening session on Scholarly Communications during the University Libraries’ Dissertation Writers Retreat Fall 2024. This session is designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge to effectively share your research with the academic community and beyond. Learn about the latest platforms, best practices, and strategies for publishing, open access, and maximizing the impact of your work. Key highlights will be creating and managing your Google Scholar profile, setting up and optimizing your ORCID, and navigating and utilizing ResearchGate to connect with peers and showcase your work. Join us and take a significant step towards promoting your research!
Sign up on TigerZone at https://bit.ly/DWRoct30signup.
DWR Resources
Missed a DWR event? Want to revisit past talks? Check out our Playlist of DWR Videos & Previous Speakers and past materials in the University of Memphis Digital Commons.
Looking for dissertation tips & resources? Check out our Dissertation Writers Resources Guide.
Past Events
- DWR: Creating & Sustaining Your Writing Plan (Virtual) - September 5, 2024
- DWR: Summer Retreat (In-Person) - June 3 & 5, 2024
- DWR: Writing Sprint Pomodoro (Virtual) - March 16, 2024
- DWR: Formatting for Submission Workshop (Virtual & In-Person) - February 22 & 23, 2024
- DWR: Writing Sprint Pomodoro (Virtual) - February 10, 2024
- DWR Camp 2: Get It Together (Hybrid) - October 17, 2023
- DWR Camp 1: Writing Sprint (Hybrid) - August 22, 2023
- DWR Camp 4: Looking Ahead (Hybrid) - March 7 & 8, 2023
- DWR Camp 3: The Home Stretch (Hybrid) - January 10 & 11, 2023
- DWR Camp 1: Surviving the Mountain (Hybrid) - October 10 & 11, 2022
- DWR Base Camp: Getting Started (Hybrid) - August 16, 2022
- DWR Camp 3: Looking Ahead to After the Dissertation (Virtual) - March 8 & 9, 2022
- Dissertation Writers Retreat (Hybrid) - January 10-15, 2022
- DWR Sprint Events (Virtual) - September-December, 2021
- DWR: Base Camp (Hybrid) - October 12, 2021
- DWR Sprint Events (Virtual) - March-April, 2021
- Dissertation Writers Retreat (Virtual) - January 12-14, 2021
- Dissertation Writers Retreat (In-Person) - March 9-13, 2020
- Dissertation Writers Retreat (In-Person) - January 13-17, 2020