Micro-Storytelling Workshop
The Reves Center for International Studies is accepting applications for the 3rd annual Reves International Micro-Story Workshop.
What is it?:
The 2024 workshop is for W&M students who have a story to tell about traveling internationally and who want to learn to tell their non-fiction story creatively and succinctly (~500 words).
Storytellers will receive coaching from Reves Center staff and the Studio for Teaching and Learning Innovation.
What are some examples of a micro-story?
For examples of non-fiction micro-stories, see:
Hippocampus Magazine - Flash Section
When does it take place?:
The workshop meets on Mondays and Wednesdays in April. The final session will include telling stories to an audience and a workshop celebration.
Workshop dates:
- Monday, April 8
- Wednesday, April 10
- Monday, April 15
- Wednesday, April 17
- Monday, April 22
- Wednesday, April 24
Why should I apply?:
Students chosen for the workshop will complete a polished writing sample suitable for a portfolio, add a unique item to their resume, gain valuable oral story-telling skills, and enjoy networking opportunities.
Visit @internationalwm to view videos of the micro-stories from last year's workshop.
If you have questions, contact Tyler Lawrence at stlawrence@wm.edu
