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Pen & Pedagogy: Part II with Dave Polsky

Pen & Pedagogy: Part II with Dave Polsky

Delving deeper into the essence of his acclaimed course, "Making Your Characters' Voices Pop," Dave Polsky shares insights into its inception and his favorite aspects of teaching it. With a rich background in screenwriting instruction, Polsky noticed a recurring...

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Crafting Characters That Pop Off the Page

Crafting Characters That Pop Off the Page

"In the world of storytelling, characters are the heartbeat of any narrative. But truly making them shine requires more than just a good backstory; it's about making their voices come alive," shares Cristina Gavin, a participant in "Making Your Characters’ Voices...

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Spring 2024 Offerings

Writers’ Program Brochure

UCLA Extension Overview Brochure

Dates and Deadlines:

  • July 25 — Fall Quater Enrollment Opens
  • September 4 — Labor Day Holiday
  • September 5 — Fall Advance Course Submission Deadline
  • September 19 — Fall Quarter Begins
  • September 24-29 — Writing Retreat at Lake Arrowhead
  • November 6 — Winter Quarter 2023 Enrollment Opens
  • November 10 — Veterans Day Holiday
  • November 23-24 — Thanksgiving Holiday
  • December 23-January 3 — Christmas/New Year Closure
  • January 8 — Winter Quarter Enrollment Opens

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Writers@uclaextension.edu
310-825-9415

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