Where Words Come Alive on College Hill

Welcome to your central destination for everything happening in Creative Writing and English at Lafayette! From headline readings with acclaimed visiting authors and hands-on workshops to competitive writing prizes and community gatherings, there’s always something inspiring around the corner.

Scroll down to check out our upcoming events, contest deadlines, and department announcements!

Flyer for The 2026 Lafayette Poetry Slam on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5 pm to 8 pm at Leopard Lair, Farinon Student Center. Features a headliner performance and next-day workshop by Nuyorican Grand Slam Champion Joel Francois. Includes event details, sponsorship information, and a QR code to register.
Poster for Lafayette College’s Flash Fiction Writing Contest featuring guest judge Kim Coleman Foote, author of Coleman Hill. The event takes place on Tuesday, November 17th, from 4:15 pm to 6:00 pm in Gendebien Room (206), Skillman Library. Features live readings by Foote, the contest winner, and honorable mentions. Includes event details, audience eligibility, and sponsorship info.

 

Flash Fiction Contest With special guest judge, Kim Coleman Foote!

Tuesday, November 17th

4:15pm-6pm

Gendebien Room (206)

Skillman Library

Join us for an evening of powerful storytelling! Acclaimed fiction writer Kim Coleman Foote takes the stage alongside the winner and honorable mentions of Lafayette’s Annual Flash Fiction Contest as they read their winning 500-word stories live.

Open to all students, faculty, and the campus community. Refreshments provided.

Slam poetry with Nuyorican Grand Slam Champion Joel Francois

Thursday, Oct 29 | 5–8 PM Leopard Lair, Farinon Student Center  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf47OQCjiQrXXKKFK5rCtCbaAchs4Pqt8z-Xxs4QKLE0kkYlg/viewform?usp=headerer

Are you the greatest wordsmith on College Hill? Compete for the crown at The 2026 Lafayette Poetry Slam featuring Nuyorican Grand Slam Champion Joel Francois!

other important announcements

Learn more about our Nature Writing course with Professor Phillips in this article from The Lafayette 

Check out the Lafayette English Department Instagram for more current happenings and offerings from the department.

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