Events & Opportunities
The LSU Writing Project brings together educators, writers, scholars, and students through events and professional learning opportunities designed to strengthen writing, teaching, and the exchange of ideas.
Throughout the year, LSU Writing Project programming includes book talks, writing events, workshops, professional development, and the Invitational Summer Institute. Explore upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, write, and engage with the LSU Writing Project community.
Upcoming Events
Book Talk with Scott Goldstein: Human-Centered Schools: A Roadmap to Success
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
5:00-6:30 p.m.
Room 1270, Huey P. Long Field House
Join the LSU Writing Project for a conversation with author and educator Scott Goldstein about creating human-centered schools where students and educators can thrive.
Learn more about the Book Talk
Invitational Summer Institute
The LSU Writing Project, in partnership with the National Writing Project, offers the Invitational Summer Institute, an intensive professional learning experience for teachers, principals, and other educators interested in strengthening writing and writing instruction.
Participants come together to explore effective practices, develop as writers and educators, and bring new approaches to writing back to their schools and classrooms.
Interested in becoming a National Writing Project teacher consultant? Contact the LSU Writing Project for information about future institutes and application opportunities.
Contact Us
Margaret-Mary Sulentic Dowell, PhD
Director
LSU Writing Project
228 Peabody Hall
225-578-5998
sdowell@lsu.edu
Courtney A. Brown, PhD
Co-Director
LSU Writing Project
W.W. Stewart Hall
Southern University
225-771-2291
courtney.brown02@sus.edu