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Larry Brooks charts the path to publishing success at UW Writers’ Institute

Brooks specializes in breaking the writing process into its component parts so writers can easily get a handle on it.

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A job loss can be a gain for your career: Tips for a successful transition

Tips include identifying opportunities for growth, cultivating relationships, and building skills through volunteer work.

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Write-by-the-Lake adds a session on Writing Women’s Lives

The Write-by-the-Lake Writer’s Workshop and Retreat, June 26-30, teaches writers of all levels how to improve their work and find a path to publishing.

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Crime writer connects with literary agent at UW Writers’ Institute

The conference features lectures, workshops, book signings, manuscript critiques, and networking events on March 24-26.

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Isthmus: UW Odyssey Project fights adversity with humanities

Avé Thorpe, a mom of four who has struggled with homelessness, wants to be a writer after finding her voice in Odyssey Project humanities classes.

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Artists of all skill levels can delight in Art Camp for Adults

The seven workshops will encourage camaraderie reminiscent of youth summer camps.

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Scholarship boost helps more students benefit from UW-Madison Summer Term

The summer scholarships make it easier for students to advance their academic and professional careers.

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Return on lifelong learning: Investing in human capital through coaching

Students in the Professional Life Coaching Certificate program learn to help people reach their potential

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Going back to school? Here’s how to fund it

Options include scholarships, loans, tax deductions, and federal financial aid.

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Matt Forbeck shares tips for writing comics, games, and tie-in novels at UW Writers’ Institute

The UW Writers’ Institute features lectures, workshops, and networking events on March 24-26.

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New course explores Jens Jensen, leading conservationist and landscape architect

Jens Jensen: A Pioneer in American Landscape Design and Conservation runs March 1-15 at the UW Pyle Center and is open to the public.

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