Time: June 9 - July 1 (4 weeks), Tuesdays 7-9 PM
Host: Elvi :D
Location: 2301 Scarff St
Tuition: First week free! After that, pay-what-you can ?
Questions? Email me: ellu@usc.edu
Workshop Description
This workshop is designed to take you from journaling , to blog post critic
The course will begin with 20 minutes of instruction and discussion, with the remainder time dedicated to writing and reading. Think of this as a dedicated time to work on that project, portfolio, or blog you’ve always been meaning to write.
Buckle in because in four weeks you will…
- become a better writer & make writing friends!
- compile a library of written artifacts
- And have a new writing practice to take with you into the world!
The rest of the time will be given to you to write, snack, vibe, and chat.
I have hopes and schemes to bring in speakers in the future … 👀 stay tuned
Core Materials
- Lori Gottlieb's TED Talk: “How changing your story can change your life”
Instructor Bio
I have a love for personal writing in public and private. From January 2025, I maintained a personal journal while publishing a Substack newsletter to my close friends. This is how I understood my experienced and communicated them in a time of significant change. I’m now experimenting with more public posting.
I am in not a guru— and that’s why I’m a host rather than an instructor! A gym buddy rather than a personal trainer. Your greatest resource will be your interaction with your peers. I’m here to make a space and provide resources to work on this muscle together!
Weekly Schedule:
Week 1: Getting started with personal writing
- Why personal writing is different from writing for school
- Dissolving some fears around personal writing and doing the hardest part: starting to write
Week 2:
- Possible speaker??
Week 3: Publish makes perfect
- Hit send. Put the letter in the mail box. Click Post. This week is all about completion and getting your writing from scattered thoughts to submitted!