School of Medicine Faculty Writing Retreat
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
9:00am-4:00pm
Morven Farm
Facilitated by Dr. Monique Dufour, Director of Faculty Development, School of Medicine
Spend a day immersed in your writing at beautiful Morven Farm. Make progress on your work, connect with other writers, and learn tips for building a sustainable writing practice once the retreat ends. The day includes focused writing sessions, short workshops, and opportunities to meet fellow writers and learn about one another’s work.
The roster has reached the maximum amount of registrants. Please contact Ashley Ayers to be added to the wait list.
- Participants are asked to commit to attending the full day (9:00am-4:00pm).
- UVA School of Medicine faculty members of all types and ranks are welcome.
- Light breakfast, lunch, and coffee breaks are provided.
FAQs
Q. Am I required to work on a particular type of writing project?
A. Please work on whatever you think is important and merits your attention. Retreat participants work on a wide range of genres, including (but not limited to):
- grants, articles, and books
- teaching materials and letters of recommendation
- P&T dossier materials and awards applications
- white papers, posters, abstracts, and lectures
Q. Will I receive feedback on my writing?
A. No. This retreat gives you time to focus on your own work in community, along with short workshops to help you to keep the writing going after the retreat is over.
Q. I can’t make it in August. Will there be other retreats?
A. Yes, in the upcoming academic year, we will offer additional support for faculty as writers, including writing groups, workshops, and retreats. Please watch for announcements.
Q. I’ve never been to a retreat before. Will it be worth my time?
A. If you are seeking time and space to write among your colleagues, and if you want some tips for gaining momentum on your work in your busy work life, please join us.
Questions?
Contact Dr. Monique Dufour