“Yes! I finalized 4,500 words today!”
This was one of the many excited comments from graduate students who took part in the Thesis/Dissertation Writing Boot Camp held on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
A total of 11 graduate students attended the full-day retreat, coming together with one shared goal to make meaningful progress on their writing.
The event was organized by the AUS Library, in collaboration with the Office of Graduate Studies, the Writing Center, the Department of English, peer writing tutors, and library student assistants. It was designed to offer graduate students in the final stages of writing a quiet space and structured time to focus.
Held at the Writing Center from 9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., the day began with coffee and introductions, followed by a session on academic writing led by Shaymaa Abouelasaad, a former Boot Camp participant who is now a Visiting Instructor in the Department of English. Her motivational speech gave students the energy and focus to stay on track.
With focused writing blocks, strategy tips from the library team, a relaxing active break, the Boot Camp offered a highly productive and inspiring experience.
Don’t miss the next opportunity to boost your writing and reach your academic goals!
