Hesburgh Library
The Hesburgh Libraries proudly offers a research and writing program co-sponsored with the University Writing Center and the Graduate School.
Dissertation Camp is a week-long writing retreat that will give participants a chance to focus exclusively on the dissertation project with few distractions. Your time commitment is expected between the hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee, and tea are provided. Camp dates are fall break 2019, October 21-25.
The purpose of the camp is to help scholars focus on their own research and writing as they work toward completion of their dissertation or thesis.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
Jumpstart or move forward in their research and writing process
Work in dedicated spaces in the Hesburgh Library
Consult with their subject librarians
Consult with University Writing Center tutors about their work
Engage with colleagues in their own and other graduate divisions to learn best practices from peers
Form communities of practice to engage in the camp process after its conclusion
Submit your application to be considered for the Fall Break Dissertation Camp to be held October 21-25, 2019.
Read the overview and complete the application on this Google Form.
Applicants will be notified of their registration status beginning Monday, October 7. Applicants must register as soon as possible to confirm their seat and to permit appropriate organization of the camp.