Welcome to the Writing CenterThe Writing Center in Hill Hall is staffed by 15 peer tutors who provide individual conferences to students who want help with any stage of the writing process. Students can come in with ideas, notes, rough drafts, and even final drafts. Tutors have one goal in mind--to help their peers become better, more confident writers.
Writing Tutors : Fall 2007
| Leah Beck |
Jen Noel |
| Kris Breeden |
Naomi Raphael |
| Christine Boynton |
Max Robinson |
| Emily Biondo |
Dave Robertson |
| Devon Brackbill |
Aurora Rockman |
| Laura Davis |
Cori Simpson |
| Mike Habegger |
Pat Stinson |
| Maria Lathroum |
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Writing Center Hours
Sunday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:30 a.m.– 11:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Common Questions:
When may I come?
You can come to the Writing Center at any stage in the writing process. You can come in after you have received the assignment to discuss ideas with a tutor. Or you can bring in an outline or even notes to go over with the tutor. Once you have begun writing we will look over any stage of a draft whether it is incomplete, rough, or final. But please don't bring in a final draft mere minutes before it is due as we will be unable to help you with anything.
What should I bring?
Bring your ideas and a willingness to work. Writing tutors also like to see assignment sheets and any written work you have done on the paper and/or your most current draft.
What will happen?
Tutorial Sessions are active exchanges between the student and the tutor. Students often read their rough drafts aloud and identify places that need attention. Tutors watch for larger issues like the strength of a thesis statement, supporting details and organization before focusing on other essential elements of effective writing (documentation, punctuation, usage).
How long will the tutorial session take?
An average session takes about thirty minutes. This will, of course, vary depending on the length and complexity of the paper. If you know you want more time than thirty minutes, please let us know when you schedule your appointment.
How do I book an appointment?
What a good question! We do offer walk-in tutorials, but we recommend that you call ahead to schedule your appointment. You can either come visit us at the Writing Center, or call ext 2420.