Join the Pomerantz Career Center on an overnight visit to the Chicago area to meet with employers in the writing and publishing industries!

We will be visiting the following organizations:

1. Cottage Door Press: Cottage Door Press is a dynamic children’s book publisher dedicated to creating engaging, high-quality content that inspires young readers and provides innovative opportunities for writers and publishing professionals.

2. The Chicago Tribune: The Chicago Tribune is a leading metropolitan newspaper renowned for its in-depth journalism and comprehensive coverage, offering aspiring writers and media professionals a vibrant platform for storytelling and career growth in a dynamic newsroom environment.

3. Sourcebooks, LLC: Sourcebooks is an innovative and diverse publishing company known for its wide range of books, from bestsellers to fresh new voices, offering aspiring writers and publishing professionals a creative environment to shape impactful stories and drive industry trends.

Trek Logistics:

- There is a $75 fee to attend this trek to help with transportation, lodging, and meal costs.

- Transportation is provided to and from Chicago (anticipated 8 a.m. departure on 10/16 and 7 p.m. return on 10/17)

- Students will be sharing rooms with one other student. You will be asked for rooming preferences when registering.

-Students should plan to bring additional spending money for anything they would like to purchase on the drive (snacks, etc.) and one lunch.

Please reach out to Kaitlyn Bailey (kaitlyn-bailey@uiowa.edu) with any questions about the Writing and Publishing Career Trek

NOTE: The $75 fee for the trek is charged at the time of registration. If you have questions about the trek, or need financial assistance, please reach out before registering.