Since 2017, the Libraries and the eScience Institute have partnered to offer the successful Going Public Symposium--an interdisciplinary, tri-campus event designed to build skills in translating and communicating research findings to wider audiences and co-creating knowledge with community partners. For this year’s Going Public event, we will focus on translating research into public opinion pieces for news organizations. 

The Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) will lead a 90 minute, online workshop for anyone who wants to learn how to write and pitch compelling, research-based op-eds. Participants will learn how to craft a good lede, identify and incorporate timely news hooks, signal the author’s unique and relevant expertise, increase the likelihood of publication, and structure an op-ed for maximum impact. Participants will also have the opportunity to workshop specific ideas with SSN staff and fellow participants.