Purple drinks and smiles were in abundance at the inaugural School of Communication and Arts Writing Showcase on 3 Nov 2026,
hosted by the Student Futures Team.
Students, families, and staff came together in the Forgan Smith Building’s Law Library to celebrate outstanding student work created in Writing courses, while enjoying free summer-themed drinks and bagels.
During the Sip and Read, attendees perused posters, editorial letters, and short stories on display, reading silently or trading insights.
The event also featured dramatic readings of excerpts from screenplays, novel chapters, and short stories, spanning dark and comedic topics.
It was a treat to listen to the authors read their pieces and witness Drama students and students from Underground 
Theatre Company bring their talents to the screenplay readings.
The SCA Writing Showcase concluded with the launch of a new SCA Student Work Showcase website that will serve as a repository of exemplary student work composed in Writing courses and shared with creators’ permission.
The event and website celebrate achievement while aiming to inspire students.
Students in attendance enjoyed interacting with others in and outside their discipline, with one noting, “It was really cool to see the work of other students, especially for courses I haven’t taken.”
The School of Communication and Arts plans on making the 2027 Showcase even bigger and better!
