The national day on writing raises awareness of the primacy of writing in our lives.
As the notes:
"People in every walk of life, in every kind of work, and at every age write more than ever before for personal , professional, and civic purposes.... More and more people in all occupations deem writing as essential."
October 20th is celebrated as The National Day on Writing. This occasion is celebrated:
- in light of the significance of writing in our national life
- to draw attention to the remarkable variety of writing we engage in
- to help writers from all walks of life recognize how important writing is to their lives.
This day on writing:
- emphasizes the lifelong process of learning to write and to compose for different audiences, purposes, and occasions
- encourages Americans to write and enjoy and learn from the writing of others.
The University Center for Excellence in Writing hosts several writing-related activities each year. Check out some of our archives!