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Every Semester Needs a Plan – August ’26

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Joy Gaston-Gayles, PhD
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  • Make This Your Most Productive (and Balanced) Semester Yet

    Do you start the semester with big writing goals—only to feel disappointed by what you actually accomplish?

    Do you need to write a lot this semester?
    And also want to enjoy your life?

    This planning webinar is designed to help you do both.

    Stop Hoping. Start Planning.

    Productivity doesn’t happen just because the semester ends. Without a clear plan, summer fills up quickly—and writing gets pushed aside.

    In this focused planning session, you’ll step out of the chaos and create a strategic, realistic plan for your summer.

    You’ll Walk Away With:

    ✔ Clear personal and professional goals
    ✔ A concrete writing plan
    ✔ A realistic schedule aligned with your energy and commitments
    ✔ A strategy for support, community, and accountability
    ✔ A plan that prioritizes both productivity and balance

    No more vague intentions.
    No more “I’ll try to write more.”

    This Webinar Is For You If:

    • You want to make significant writing progress this summer
    • You’re tired of starting strong and losing momentum
    • You want structure without burnout
    • You’re ready to be intentional instead of reactive

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How to Peer Review a Journal Article in No Time

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Rachel McLaren, PhD
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The peer review process upholds academic standards by relying on faculty volunteers to provide expert guidance and assessment. Many faculty feel overwhelmed by the time reviewing takes, though, and struggle to fit requests in around their other responsibilities.

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The Art of Saying ‘No’: How to Create Healthy Boundaries

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Pamela Yeh, PhD
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  • Are you confused about when to say “yes” and “no” to other people’s requests?
  • Do you often say “yes” to requests without realizing the impact that response will have on your time and productivity?
  • Do you find yourself feeling angry and resentful during the academic year because you’ve said “yes” too often?

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Moving From Resistance to Writing

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Angelique Davis, JD
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  • Have you been putting off your writing all year by promising yourself that summer is when you’ll buckle down and get it done?
  • Are you finding yourself continuing to procrastinate and avoid your writing even though summer has arrived?
  • Have you ever wondered why it is that you really want to write, but just don’t do it until there’s a looming external deadline?

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How to Revise a Book Manuscript for Publication

A Proven Method for Stronger, Publishable Writing

Revising a scholarly book can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re not sure what to prioritize, when to revise, or how to approach the process.

In this one-hour webinar, Laura Portwood-Stacer shares a time-tested method for revising scholarly work so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

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