Preparing the Next Generation of Writers

The University at UAlbany's Young Writers Project (YWP) hosts and promotes events, resources and mentoring opportunities that prepare UAlbany undergraduate students for professional writing and creative writing careers.

The Young Writers Program started in 2021, when the UAlbany Department of English's Creative Writing Committee was inspired by the Creative Writing Minor's success. The department partnered with writing faculty from across the University and the New York State Writers Institute to kickstart this initiative.

 

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Why Join the Young Writers Project?

Any UAlbany undergraduate student can apply to join the Young Writers Project, which is offered as an extracurricular.

As a member, you will be invited to:

  • Attend master classes and workshops led by UAlbany faculty members involved in YWP
  • Participate in individualized mentoring and one-on-one mentoring by UAlbany faculty members involved in YWP
  • Join community building and peer performance events, such as a weekly open mic hosted by the ARCH and a reading at UAlbany Showcase

You'll also receive regular emails with information on how to:

  • Submit your work to campus publications, such as ARCH, Barzakh and Trolley
  • Attend on-campus events open to the public, including performances, readings and craft talks from internationally recognized writers, poets, filmmakers and literary creatives hosted by the New York State Writers Institute
  • Attend off-campus events offered by local organizations, such as the Hudson Valley Writers Guild, St Rocco’s Poetry Collective and Albany Poets
  • Register for relevant courses and academic programs offered by the Department of English, including workshops, credit-bearing internships, minors and certificates

 

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How to Join

To join the Young Writers Project, please email [email protected] to request weekly updates about on- and off-campus events and opportunities.

Next, you'll be invited to apply for individualized mentoring with one of our participating faculty members. Your mentor will help you work toward professional publication and/or other credentials.

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