Question & Answers

Q: Why must a teacher or school administrator nominate me? Can't I just register on my own, without a nomination?

A: We are seeking the most promising creative writing students from schools around the...

Q: I attended the camp last year. Would it be redundant for me to attend the camp again this year?

A: The workshops have new activities each year. In most instances, even teacher-writers...

Q: I only want to attend one part of the camp. Is that okay?

A: If you register for the camp, you're expected to attend and participate in all of...

Q: I have another appointment or event that day. Can I be excused from part of the camp to go to that appointment or event?

A: Participants must attend and fully participate in the entire camp. You should schedule...

Q: My mom, dad, brother, sister, or friend would like to sit in on some of the workshops. Is that okay?

A: Family and friends are welcome to attend the reading at 4:30 p.m. in Farber Hall,...

Q: I'm not ready to send in my registration yet, but I'd like to reserve a spot so I don't lose it. Can I do that?

A: You can only reserve a spot in the camp if you have sent in your registration form...

Q: I really want to participate in the camp, but I don't think I can afford the registration fee. What should I do?

A: A small number of reduced-fee scholarships based on financial need are available;...

Q: I am going to be a high school freshman (ninth grader) this fall. Can my middle school teacher nominate me?

A: Students who will be in high school at the time of the camp (grades 9, 10, 11, and...

Q: I see that there will be a revision workshop. Can I use that time to work on material I've already written?

A: Primarily, we will be focusing on the work you produce on the day of the camp. This...

Q: My teacher would like to sit in on some of the workshops. Is that okay?

A: We welcome teachers! While the workshops are designed for the student participants,...