EMCR Writing Retreat
Early- and mid-career researchers researching Southeast Asia are invited to attend a dedicated residential writing retreat hosted offsite by the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. This retreat is designed to provide you with both inspiration and peer support to achieve your writing goals in 2024.
When: From 9.30am on Tuesday 9 July to 5.30pm on Thursday 11 July 2024. This retreat is offered in residential mode (overnight) for early and mid-career researchers, with day options also available.
Where: HC Coombs Centre, Kirribilli
Escape the winter chill at a special winter edition of the SSEAC residential writing retreat for early and mid career researchers. Cocoon yourself from the winter chill and let the fires of progress and productivity keep you warm and inspired. Reserve your spot now and stay cozy while making scholarly strides!
The program will include structured writing time, informal discussions and debriefing sessions, and plenty of good food and coffee.
In the evenings, join us for old-fashioned parlour games, brisk neighbourhood walks or simply enjoy the rest and refreshment that comes with participating in a residential retreat.
Expected outcomes of the retreat include:
Making meaningful progress on an academic output
Reflecting on your own writing habits and productivity
Connecting with other researchers from the University of Sydney
Applications close 11.59pm 7 June 2024. Participants will be advised whether their application has been successful in the week commencing 10 June 2024.
This retreat will commence at 9.30am on Tuesday 9 July and conclude at 5.30pm on Thursday 11 July
Further details to be advised
To be eligible for this writing retreat, applicants must be:
A member of SSEAC– you can join here for free
Conducting research on any of the countries within Southeast Asia (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam), or Southeast Asia as a region OR affiliated with the School of Languages and Culture
An early- or mid-career researcher
Studying / working at, or affiliated with, the University of Sydney
Able to make your own way to HC Coombs Centre in Kirribilli
The residential writing retreat is strictly for researchers affiliated with or working at the University of Sydney. Priority will be given on a first come first served basis.
There are limited travel grants available for this retreat
You will need to make your own way to the retreat venue in Kirribilli. There is limited undercover parking, and public transport is recommended. More details will be provided should you be accepted into the retreat.
Email any queries about the event and the application process to sseac@sydney.edu.au
PLACES ARE LIMITED, SO APPLY NOW!
Applications close 11:59pm 2 June 2024
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