NYU Veterans Writing Workshop
# NYU Veterans Writing Workshop

The NYU Veterans Writing Workshop at New York University in Manhattan, New York is a free, non-partisan outreach program offered to the veteran community in and around New York City and is considered by some as the pre-eminent writing workshop for veterans.

## History

The workshop began in 2008, founded by former United States Ambassador to Ireland Jean Kennedy Smith.

## Alumni

Notable alumni of the workshop include:

* Jason Everman
* Phil Klay
* Matt Gallagher
* Roy Scranton

## Prizes won by alumni

NYU Veterans Writing Workshop alumni have thus far won 1 National Book Award and other literary honors.

