Academic Writing Month - LTUacwrimo
Academic Writing Month at La Trobe turns 9!
This time last year we thought things were challenging for getting writing done - 2021 is definitely a ‘hold my beer’ moment! Every November, though, no matter the difficulties of any given year so far, researchers jump into the month-long festival of Academic Writing Month (AcWriMo) to refocus and prioritise their writing.
We know that La Trobe researchers are committed to academic writing all year long. AcWriMo enables us to clarify and recommit to our writing goals, and surround ourselves with a community of writers who cheer us on.
Whether you need inspiration, motivation or support, there is something in the program for you! There’ll be writing workshops, editing talks, tweetchats, a photography competition, themed blogposts, and the famous RED writing retreat. Find out more about what’s happening this year! Follow our AcWriMo adventures on Twitter with #LTUAcWriMo.
Academic Writing Month involves a four day writing retreat, which is being held online this year. Run since 2015, our popular writing retreats enable you to work on your individual writing goals in a supportive environment.
Getting involved
All researchers at all levels are invited to participate.
Throughout November:
- Join the conversation on Twitter using #LTUAcWriMo and follow @LTUresearchers.
- Read about writing strategies and experiences from La Trobe colleagues on the RED Alert blog (published every Tuesday).
- Come along to our weekly Shut Up and Write sessions, to join in on our writing sessions please email red.grs@latrobe.edu.au to sign up to the Shut up and write! (SUAW) mailing list.
- An accountability board to motivate and keep track of your progress.
Special Events
Can't find what you’re looking for? You can view our special events via calendar view.
| Date | Event | Location | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 27 October 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEDT) | Tweetchat - Getting ready for AcWriMo Join us between 1 - 2 PM. | Via Twitter #LTUAcWriMo | No booking required |
| Thursday 4 November 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (AEDT) | Writing with Style: Developing elegance and personal voice in your writing | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Thursday 4 November 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (AEDT) | Turbocharge Your Writing | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Monday 8 November 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (AEDT) | How to structure your thesis | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Monday 8 November 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM (AEDT) | Including publications in your thesis: Everything you wanted to know | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Tuesday 9 November 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (AEDT) | Journal editors – what they like and why they do what they do | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Wednesday 10 November 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEDT) | Writing Abstracts | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Monday 15 November 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (AEDT) | From Thesis to Book | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Tuesday 16 November 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEDT) | Finding your Research Story | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Wednesday 17 November 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (AEDT) | Writing with Confidence 1: Clarity and Focus | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Thursday 18 November 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (AEDT) | Writing with Confidence 2: Critique and Analysis | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
Tuesday 23 November | 2021 RED Writing Retreat | Online via Zoom | Bookings closed |
| Monday 29 November 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (AEDT) | Tweetchat - How did your AcWriMo go? Join us between 10 - 11 AM. | Via twitter #LTUAcWriMo | No booking required |