MAWCA

The Mid-Atlantic Writing Centers Association

Welcome

Founded in 1988, MAWCA is a "regional affiliate" of the International Writing Centers Association. Our region comprises New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and the greater metro District of Columbia region, including Northern Virginia.

MAWCA's mission is to provide networking and professional development opportunities to writing center professionals (both peer tutors and directors) through our annual spring conference and regional events and workshops.

Become a Member

MAWCA has member rates to suit your preference, including rates for students, part-time professionals, and full-time professionals. Your entire staff enjoys access when you join as a Center member for $50.

Note: Center directors, please contact webcoordinator@mawca.org if you wish to remove center members.

Member Benefits

Discounted registration rates at annual conference
Eligibility to apply for scholarships
Eligibility to attend retreats
Eligibility to vote in elections
Access to the member database
Access to regional groups and events
Subscription to the MAWCA newsletter
Professional networking
and more!

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Emergency Grants

This funding opportunity is broadly construed as supporting writing center programs during COVID-19. It’s no secret that writing centers often lack sufficient funding, especially in times of crisis. Funding may be used for:

Provide staffing or administrative support.
Purchase materials to be used for training.
Make one-time purchases of technology/equipment that will directly enhance the work of the center.
Seed money to develop a research project.
Hold workshops/events.
Enable collaboration with the local community on writing related projects.

Maximum individual grant allocation- $1000

Minimum individual grant allocation - $500

For more information about this grant, please visit the MAWCA Grants page.

MAWCA is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity.
Mid-Atlantic Writing Centers Association

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