# Event Details - **Event Name**: From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am – Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join award-winning writers and journalists Lauren Markham and Chris Feliciano Arnold for two days of panels and workshops.About this EventFrom Pitch to Publish in the Public HumanitiesWhen: Monday, February 2–Tuesday February 3Location: Royce 314Today, it is vital that scholars’ work is made widely available and accessible to the public. Is your research part of the public discourse? Do you have stories the public at large would benefit from knowing? Do you want to reach a broader audience, an audience beyond the peer-reviewed academic outlets? Do you want to learn how to pitch your specific story and research to non-academic publications? We have invited two writers and journalists, Lauren Markham and Chris Feliciano Arnold, to offer insights on the public humanities writing, pitching, and publication process in a series of panels, workshops, and individual feedback sessions.Public EventsMonday, February 2, 10:30AM–12:00 PM (Royce 314)Workshop: "Enliven Your Prose with Research Details: Public Workshop with Chris Feliciano Arnold and Lauren Markham"Discover how vivid storytelling and well-chosen details can transform scholarly work into engaging, resonant prose. This hands-on workshop explores how to integrate research into narrative writing—making complex ideas accessible without sacrificing depth or rigor. Through interactive exercises, close reading, and discussion, participants will learn strategies for bringing their data, fieldwork, and analysis to life on the page.Monday, February 2, 4:00–5:00 PM (Royce 314)Op-Ed Talk "Pitching and Working with Opinion Editors with Chris Feliciano Arnold and New York Times Opinion Staff Editor Isvett Verde"Explore strategies and best practices for effectively pitching and collaborating with newspaper editors on op-eds and opinion pieces. Gain insight into the editorial process, from crafting compelling and concise pitches that capture an editor's attention to understanding the nuances of tone, timing, and topic relevance. This session will cover how to balance academic rigor with public accessibility, navigate editorial feedback, and establish long-term relationships with editors to amplify scholarly perspectives in the media.Tuesday February 3, 4:00–6:00 PM (Royce 314)Panel & Reception: "Writing for the Public in Times of Peril, a panel with Chris Feliciano Arnold, Lauren Markham, The Atlantic Senior Editor Honor Jones and VQR Editor Paul Reyes"This panel of authors and editors will address the crucial role of academics in bridging the gap between scholarly research and public discourse during times of crisis, uncertainty, and societal upheaval, including the ethical, intellectual, and practical challenges that scholars face when translating complex ideas into accessible language for broader audiences.Cosponsored by:Center for the Study of Women|Streisand Center, Division of Social Sciences, Division of Humanities, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Creative Activities, School of Music, School of Arts and Architecture, and School of Theater, Film, and Television. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/from-pitch-to-publish-in-the-public-humanities/100001975633029574 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, literary-art, entertainment, theatre, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: UCLA Royce Hall - **lat**: 34.07282440000001 - **long**: -118.44209260000002 - **full address**: UCLA Royce Hall, 10745 Dickson Ct, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ea17e5c01df932368477ba23d01dd07443540231123e40a3ba8e13883241ea4b-rimg-w1200-h608-dcfeffff-gmir.jpg?v=1764317046 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities being held? - **A:** From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities takes place on Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am to Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm at UCLA Royce Hall, 10745 Dickson Ct, Los Angeles, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities? - **A:** From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities is organized by UCLA Center for the Study of Women. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** From Pitch to Publish in the Public Humanities is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Los Angeles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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