All Writers Welcome
Since 1983, The Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College has welcomed writers to a robust and supportive community, with workshops, classes, seminars, conferences, readings and more. Our virtual and on campus classes are open to all writers, including classes for beginners, advanced prose and poetry workshops, teen programs, and publishing seminars.
More About The Writing Institute
The vision for The Writing Institute is to serve as the leading home for writers who value creativity and community as part of their lives. We aim to reach a diverse audience of writers and readers across genres, providing access to contemporary authors and topics that inspire and empower.
The mission of The Writing Institute is to connect lifelong learners to the writing classes and the community they need to tell their stories.
Our writing experiences are inclusive of all writers across genres, whether this is your first writing class or you’re writing your next book. Together we celebrate books, reading and writing as a way to empower our creative community.
Looking to get involved? Check out our upcoming events or sign up for a class today!
Writing Workshops & Courses
Whether this is your first writing class or you’re finishing your next book, The Writing Institute has something for everyone!
Events & Readings
The Writing Institute has a calendar of events brimming with author readings and community open mics. Join us!
What's New at The Writing Institute
Check out the latest news, announcements, interviews, event recaps, and more from our Writing Institute community.
Plot Your Writing Journey
Your path to publication starts at The Writing Institute. Many writers have found their voice in our classes and workshops, and have gone on to publish novels, poetry, memoirs, short story collections, YA novels, and so much more. See how to connect our courses to get where you want to go.
Meet the Instructors & Staff
Teachers at The Writing Institute include published novelists, poets and memoirists, seasoned instructors, and writers from all walks of life. Each instructor knows first hand what it takes to find your voice and tell your story.
Writers Week Teen Summer Program
Now in its 25thyear, Writers Week is an incredibly popular summer program that offers teens an immersive week-long experience with creative writing and the performance arts.
Writing Institute Newsletter
We love our writing community! Sign up for our email newsletter for writing tips and prompts and information on upcoming courses, workshops, and events!
Looking for something to read between issues? Check out The Writing Institute's blog!