UNY-PRC
WRITING RETREATS
Come write with us.
Escape to a beautiful home in Upstate New York with other folks writing about policing, the carceral state, liberation, and related fields. Enjoy semi-structured morning and afternoon writing sessions, and explore the grounds and nearby environment with your housemates in the evening. Meals and coffee are prepared for you so that you can set and achieve a range of writing goals during your stay.
While UNY-PRC organizers are from across New York State, our Writing Retreats offer a chance to connect with a global network of scholars and expand the boundaries of what is possible in our respective fields.
The vibe of our retreats reflects the collaborative nature of UNY-PRC in general. We are friendly and open with plenty of respect for quiet work time. We like to eat well and enjoy the surroundings–whether it be a mountain hike, a soothing hot tub soak, or a chat around the fire. We work hard to minimize costs and offer varied price points so that the retreat is as broadly accessible as possible.
Your Hosts
We are Laura Warren Hill, Andy Pragacz, and Mallory Szymanski. Our goal is to provide a space for us to relax, write, and connect with other writers.
We are system-affected people, organizers, and scholars who enjoy one another’s company and have experienced considerable success with the UNY-PRC writing retreat model. Together at retreats, we have germinated multiple collaborations, conference panels, and publications; we’ve advanced our writing projects and teaching prep; we’ve discussed our work over wine in the hot tub; and we’ve supported one another through whatever arose during the week.
The retreat offerings expand to include new people (you!) to come, write, eat, and be merry with us. You should know that we are not professional retreat planners offering a five-star spa experience; rather, we are scholars who cook, plan gatherings, spread joy, and commune with like-minded folks–and we love doing it. Join us!
Upcoming UNY-PRC Writing Retreats
August 10-15
Catskills
All spots for the UNY-PRC Catskills Writing Retreat are full. Contact us to be placed on the waiting list.
November 17-21, 2025
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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All spots for the UNY-PRC San Juan Writing Retreat are full. Contact us to be placed on the waiting list.
January 3-9, 2026
Central NY
Journey with us to a beautiful, spacious, and cozy home in Central New York with ample writing space with fast wifi, gorgeous views of the winter landscape, and a hot tub to melt away the pains of the work day.
Prices include six-night stay and meals (excluding one dinner), access to the entire property, and a semi-structured itinerary to balance productivity with relaxation.
Available Rooms
- King bed with en suite bathroom ($1950 single, $2100 double)
- Queen room, shared bathroom ($1580 single; $1730 double)
- Bunk room with 1 queen and 1 twin, shared bathroom (1580 single occupancy; 1730 double occupancy) – a great space for sharing
