Juniper Young Writers Online is an intensive one-week virtual creative writing program offered by the University of Massachusetts Amherst for students in grades 9 through 12. Participants engage in writing labs, craft sessions, writer's life talks, and read-alouds led by experienced creative writing instructors from one of the country's top public research universities. The program brings together a community of dedicated young writers from across the United States and beyond, creating a collaborative environment for literary experimentation and growth. At $1,325, it is a meaningful investment in developing serious writing skills under the guidance of accomplished mentors.
Crafting original stories, poems, or scripts that express ideas and imagination.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Fully focusing on and understanding what someone else is communicating.
Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.
Intensive week-long focus on honing writing craft and experimenting with creative writing techniques.
Writing labs and craft sessions develop core writing skills applicable to journalism and reporting.
Peer readings and community-based writing instruction model educational approaches to teaching writing.
Writing labs develop persuasive and creative communication skills relevant to PR work.
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