ADVANCE at WSU Presents:

Writing, Procrastination, and Resistance: How to Identify Your Writing Blocks and Move Through Them

A National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity Workshop
This event is free and open to all WSU faculty and graduate students.

The Presenter

Erin Furtak, PhD
Professor, Education
University of Colorado at Boulder

The Workshop

Writing projects often get postponed in the hope of finding large blocks of uninterrupted time. Procrastination and avoidance frequently become obstacles, even for those with a strong desire to write. This workshop provides actionable strategies and tools to address writing resistance and build consistent habits for productivity.

Participants will:

• Identify what resistance is and why academic writers experience it in pursuit of their work
• Discuss the three most common types of writing blocks and identify strategies to overcome them
• Learn how to pinpoint what is holding them back from writing and completing their projects (e.g., article, dissertation, book manuscript, grant proposal, etc.)
• Explore strategies for creating the community, support, and accountability needed for writing and publishing success

Workshop Details

When: Thursday, January 30, 2025, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Where: Residence Inn by Marriott, Pullman, WA – parking available on site
Registration: Complete the form below to register for the event by January 15th

Morning bagel, fruit, and coffee service will be available.
Lunch and afternoon cookie will also be served.

Mini travel grants of up to $500 are available to those travelling to Pullman to attend. Please refer to the bottom of the page to access and complete the grant application form.

Hotel accommodations are available and must be booked by January 10th to receive the group rate.
Attendance is limited to 100 participants. Register soon to secure a spot!

Please submit the travel grant form:

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