The Summer Writing Program is designed for high school writers who are passionate about their art and want to surround themselves with other like-minded young adults. The rigorous three-week program is an exciting laboratory of ideas, inspiring writers to experiment with language and discover new possibilities for their writing.
The workshops in poetry and fiction are supportive environments where writers take risks and refine their skills. Every day, there is ample time to work individually and to meet with faculty one-on-one. Everyone also participates in collaborative projects with the understanding that a writer grows through a combination of individual work and interactions with other artists. Additionally, published writers will visit campus to teach master classes and give readings of their work throughout the summer session.
Located in Natick, Massachusetts, Walnut Hill is situated in one of the most culturally rich areas in the country. Writers and faculty will take advantage of the renowned historical institutions that were integral to the genesis of American writing. Possible excursions include visits to Walden Pond in Concord; Harvard Square in Cambridge; Jack Kerouac’s birthplace in Lowell; the Emily Dickinson Homestead in Amherst; the Museum of Fine Arts in downtown Boston; and the Robert Frost Farm in New Hampshire.
The program culminates with New Ink: Summer Writers Read Their Work. Invited guests include the families of the writers, students on campus in other programs, and neighbors from surrounding communities.
Summer Writing Dates: June 30 – July 21, 2012 (ages 13-17)
Tuition/Room & Board: $3,000
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