Throughout the academic year, the Graduate Writing Lab offers workshops, information sessions, and panel events to help grow your writing practice and expand your toolkit of writing and presentation skills. Our current lineup of workshops and events is available below, along with registration links. You can also browse workshops in YaleConnect or watch your inbox for our weekly newsletter.
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Building Knowledge
in 2025–26
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127
workshops and panels offered
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1636
grad students attended GWL workshops
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97%
of participants gained confidence about meeting their writing goals
About Workshops & Panels
Topics
Our workshops cover a wide range of skills and genres, including:
- Developing Your Academic Style
- Grant & Fellowship Writing
- Writing for Publication
- Communicating to a Public Audience
- Developing Productive Writing Habits
- AI for Research & Writing
- Writing in Your Discipline
Instruction was wonderful! The tools were modeled throughout the workshop, and were engaging and relatable. Truly enjoyed it!
GWL Workshop Participant
Workshops
Our workshops cover all aspects of academic communication, from writing conventions in your discipline, to oral and visual communication, to improving your productivity and writing process.
Workshops are designed for both students who are new to the topic and experienced practitioners who are deepening their knowledge and skillsets.
GWL workshops are hands on and activity based. You’ll engage with models, examples, and approachable strategies that get you writing in the very first session.
Panels
Our panels feature Yale faculty discussing their own writing practices, grad students sharing strategies for writing a prospectus, and experts in publishing and editing offering an insider’s view of writing for publication
We carefully select panelists who can present a range of experience and advice on the panel topic. And panels always include opportunities for engagement, where audience members can follow up on presentation topics or have their own questions answered.
Our panelists are always eager to share their knowledge, expertise, and further resources.
Eligibility
Graduate Writing Lab workshops and panels are designed for graduate students and professional school students. However, we welcome Yale postdocs, postgrads, faculty, and staff to take advantage of these programs. GWL workshops are free and available to all who are interested within the Yale community.
Upcoming Events
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Information Session for Fulbright 2027-28 US Student Competition
Learn the process for applying for the Fulbright US Student competition to fund your overseas study. This workshop will be led by the Yale Fulbright Officer, Associate Dean Robert Harper-Mangels. You will have the opportunity to ask Dean Harper-Mangels questions about the application process and learn more about how the resources at the Graduate Writing Lab can support your candidacy. Intend…
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Fundamentals of Academic Writing in Graduate School
“Graduate school brings an exciting mix of challenges, breakthroughs, and opportunities to grow. This series will help you build a solid foundation of writing skills so you can make the most of your time as a graduate student. Through these interactive workshops, you will start developing the habits to maximize your productivity, the skills to produce great work, and the mindsets to deepen your…
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NSF GRFP Info Session and Q&A
Applying for the NSF GRFP provides an opportunity to secure competitive funding and recognition, and, just as importantly, to hone critical grant writing skills that will benefit you for many years to come. In this workshop, you will learn about the NSF GRFP application process and core components, and you will receive advice about preparing a competitive application from: Associate Dean Rob …
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Writing a Statement of Purpose for PhD Applications
Are you currently applying to PhD programs? A crucial component of your application is your statement of purpose. This workshop will present guidelines for narrating your intellectual autobiography, explaining your fit with your target program, and describing your proposed research interests. We will also provide real examples of statements to analyze and discuss, and guide you through starting…
Past Events
Still Have Questions?
For additional information about humanities, social science, and interdisciplinary events, contact GWL Associate Director Julia Istomina. For information about STEM events, contact Assistant Director of Scientific Communication Lauren Gonzalez.
We’re always available via the GWL’s main email address: grad.writing@yale.edu.
Explore GWL Programs
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Peer-Review Groups
Groups of 4–7 students who meet weekly to share feedback, make progress, and support one another on a common project.
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Writing Consultations
Get 1-on-1 feedback at any stage of the writing process—from brainstorming to final edits.
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Public Speaking Studio
Practice your lecture, pitch, or presentation and receive feedback on nine aspects of your delivery.
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Writing Retreats & All Writes
Full-day and half-day events where graduate students set goals and write as a community in a quiet, supportive space.
We’re here to help!
Reach out to the Poorvu Center team if you have any questions or to learn more about our programs.