Apply: Call for Hosts: 2027 NEWCA Conference

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Dear Writing Center colleagues,

NEWCA (Northeast Writing Centers Association) – which includes all of New England and New York – is seeking a host for our bi-annual conference in the Spring of 2027! This is a great opportunity to:

  • Showcase your writing center/programs and commitment to writing support

  • Connect and collaborate with the region’s writing professional community (Expected participation = 100-250 registrants)

  • Shape our region’s priorities and big conversations through the CFP and conference theme

  • Build your skills in event coordinating and team building with support for the NEWCA steering committee

NEWCA is responsible for the associated event costs. We will be taking submissions through MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025 by 11:59pm (EST). For any questions, please contact newcaconference or lwidman

If you are interested, please let us know through this Google Form. Filling out this form is not a confirmed commitment to host NEWCA 2027.

As the conference host you are responsible for the following duties, with additional support provided through NEWCA:

  • Attend all NEWCA meetings (in person and online) to stay up to date on events and planning.

  • Reserve conference spaces (indoor/outdoor/parking).

  • Work with your institution’s conference/dining services.

  • Work with your institution on registration platform services.

  • Organize accommodations and travel instructions for conference attendees.

  • Communicate and update Steering Committee throughout the planning of the conference

  • Organize a team of volunteers/workers to provide conference information, signage, directions.

  • Involved in the drafting of the CFP in collaboration with the Steering Committee.

More information can be found on page 3 of the PDF posted on our website: https://newcaconference.org/steering-committee/

Decision/confirmation on host institution will be announced by Friday, December 19, 2025.

Warmest Regards,

NEWCA Steering Committee

Laura Widman (she/her) Assistant Director: Multilingual Specialist
Nesbitt-Johnston Writing Center
President
Northeast Writing Centers Association