Protected Writing Time is back for the Fall 2026 semester and we're looking forward to providing a supportive, structured environment for scholarly writing. Faculty and staff are invited to use Protected Writing Time to focus on research, manuscript development, grant proposals, or other scholarly activities - whatever your research and creative activity agenda requires.

Benefits:

• • A quiet place on campus away from day-to-day distractions
  • Snacks, water, a printer, and writing materials are provided
  • ORIED staff are nearby to answer questions and provide assistance

Fall 2026 Protected Writing Time

Sessions will be held in the ORIED Conference Room on the 2nd floor, South side of the Library, room 2520D.

Protected Writing Time attendees do not need a key to enter this room.

The room will be maintained and stocked with supplies, and if attendees require assistance, the ORIED office will be available for on-site assistance.

The room will be available beginning Tuesday, September 15th from 10am - 4pm, and will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week at the same time.

Registration Coming Soon!