Writing gurus, unite!
Target group: doctoral and postdoctoral researchers
Join the collaborative Virtual Writing Retreats! An initiative by UK universities (Bristol, Cambridge, Crick, Glasgow, KCL, Imperial, QMUL, Surrey, Ulster, York) with the University of Münster as an external partner, this series of writing sessions provides researchers with structured support and uninterrupted Pomodoro intervals to improve their writing outcomes. This unique collaboration combines Uni Münster’s focused Writing Gurus sessions with the broader Virtual Writing Retreats, offering strategies, tools, and peer support to help you make tangible progress on your writing projects.
Focused sessions delivered by Uni Münster:
The Münster sessions are tailored to develop essential writing habits and boost productivity.
- Session 1: Prewriting strategies: Wed, 30 Apr 2025, 15:00–17:30 (Zoom)
- Session 2: Time and task management: Mon, 5 May 2025, 15:00–17:30 (Zoom)
- Session 3: Freestyle writing session: Mon, 12 May 2025, 15:00–17:30 (Zoom)
Objectives:
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Use a prewriting technique to find the focus of the section
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Apply time and task management strategies to establish a more productive and enjoyable writing routine
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Overcome procrastination and writer’s block through focused writing time
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Expand your network by connecting with like-minded researchers across partner universities
Requirement: Participants registering for the Virtual Writing Retreats are required to attend all three Münster sessions (April 30, May 5, and May 12, 2025). Full and successful attendance in three sessions includes automatic access to the broader Virtual Writing Retreats network, along with Zoom links for all sessions.
Facilitator: Dr. Iva Ognjanovic (CERes)
Diese Veranstaltung findet in englischer Sprache statt. // This event will be held in English.