CSU Writing Project: Young Writers Workshop

June 22-26, 2026
| Save Your Seat Rate through October 2 | Early-bird registration through February 2, 2026 | Registration closes June 2, 2026 |

​In these immersive workshops, students will experiment with writing techniques in various genres, work in writing groups, learn from published writers, and more! Snacks will be provided daily, and students will receive a free T-shirt at the end of the workshop.

Writing programs for youth in grades 4-12 on the CSU campus:

  • Elementary Workshop (for students entering 4th-5th grades):
    • ready.set.write (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
  • Middle School Workshop (for students entering 6th-8th grades):
    • WriteOn! (12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
  • High School Workshop (for students entering 9th-12th grades):
    • VOICES (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

A limited number of scholarships are available based on financial need.

Explore: Young Writers Workshop

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