The purpose of the Intensive Writing Experience (IWE) is to give graduate students in good standing with their programs time to write or revise their master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation with support from Purdue OWL staff. Participants will receive writing instruction and support from Writing Lab staff, will spend significant time writing or revising their thesis or dissertation, and will network with other graduate writers on campus. 

Those who attended a previous IWE may apply, but preference will be given to those who have not yet attended.

For spring break 2026, IWE will be held in person Monday through Friday, March 16-20, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.  Space is limited.

KEY INFORMATION:

Dates/Times:  March 16-20, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Application Period: February 26-March 8, 2026

Eligibility: Master’s or PhD students completing a thesis or dissertation

How to Apply:  Complete the application survey here 

For more information, see the information sheet or email Writing.Lab@purdue.edu and include IWE in the subject line.