Colgate Writers Conference Program
The Colgate Writers Conference is committed to fostering an inclusive community of writers. Join us for six transformative days of writing, learning, and connection in the heart of Central New York.
The 2026 program and schedule are forthcoming.
Faculty
Faculty joining the 2026 conference will be announced soon.
10 Tips for getting the most out of Living Writers
Founded in 1980 by Professor Frederick Busch, Living Writers has a long tradition as an undergraduate course (Engl. 360) and a guest writers’ series. For the past 10 years, members of the English department have offered a not-for-credit version of the program geared toward alumni, parents, and community members.
It’s available online as well as in person, and it’s entirely self-paced. Do as little or as much as you like. To help get you started, we offer these 10 steps:
Apply for an Olive B. O’Connor Fellowship in Creative Writing
Colgate University invites applications for the Olive B. O’Connor Fellowship in Creative Writing.
England, London (English)
Colgate’s English and creative writing department study group to London focuses on British literature in London, where students will be immersed in the history and culture of one of the world’s greatest cities.
Overview
On the London English study group, students spend a full semester living and learning in England. The group is accompanied by a Colgate faculty director who teaches part of the students’ course load.