Precollege Programs: Creative Writing Workshop

Create original work in various genres: fiction, poetry, playwriting, memoir, and essay!

Grades 9–12

Interested in creative writing? Create original work in various genres: fiction, poetry, playwriting, memoir, and essay.

Guided by an accomplished, experienced instructor who fosters a supportive atmosphere of productivity and fun, the workshop-style format allows you to share your work and encourages discussions of writing technique and craft, including voice, character, tone, plot, and point of view. Produce polished pieces that can be used for college essays and/or award submissions.

Virtual Program Details

YTH 9470/Creative Writing Workshop for Teens
Session II: July 12 – July 23
Monday – Friday, 1:00 – 4:00 pm (10 virtual sessions)

$550 for the first registration
$495 for the second registration in the family, Purchase College employees and alumni, and early registrations (received by May 7, 2021)

Instructor

Liza Case

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What Students Are Saying

<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“What I enjoyed most was the education and support I got.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Helped improve my creative and general writing skills greatly.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“It had a friendly environment. I thought the program was worthwhile.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Devoted, talented staff.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This was the best camp I have ever been to.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I really enjoyed the workshop process—it was very helpful as a writer to expose my work to other writers, as well as experience my classmates’ work.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Tough to pick [a most memorable moment]. All those helpful afternoon workshopping sessions, if I had to pick one.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Loved the program and the way it was taught.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I enjoyed reading the Dorothy Parker pieces as well as writing satires.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Staff was very supportive and instructive.”</p></div>

Grades 9–12

Virtual Program Details

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