NSF GRFP Peer Writing Group
Participants will join a cohort of peers for five weekly sessions that offer: dedicated time, space, and support to navigate the NSF GRFP application process and make progress on application materials. Each week, participants will engage in an iterative process for writing and revising application elements, including opportunities to give and receive guided peer feedback on essay drafts.
The group will meet 10am - 12pm on Wednesdays from September 16 to October 14 in Posner 280.
Participants will:
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Develop a strong application for the NSF GRFP
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Learn communication strategies that can be applied to future funding applications
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Build multidisciplinary community of peers pursuing graduate research
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Engage with university resources including the Student Academic Success Center, University Libraries, and Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholar Development
To apply please complete the application: https://forms.gle/Nkte4dxiQNq3mhje6
This writing group is sponsored by the University Libraries, Student Academic Success Center, and Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholar Development.
- Date:
- Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Time:
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Posner Hall
- Audience:
- Students
- Categories:
- Communication & Presentation CC Writing and Publishing
Workshops and events for Carnegie Mellon University Libraries are open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, ancestry, belief, veteran status or genetic information. All participants are required to follow the Code of Conduct.
If you require accessibility accommodations, please contact the event organizer.
