The Writing Center

Writing is at the center of a liberal arts education. Whatever career you pursue, being an effective and persuasive writer will distinguish you. When you work with the Writing Center, you'll be honing your craft and developing your skills with an encouraging, knowledgeable partner by your side. Our Writing Center tutors are professionally trained, and they don't work as proofreaders. Instead, they challenge you to develop your skills in a variety of writing formats: research papers and creative writing are both supported here. Because the Center offers flexible hours that work with your schedule, you'll feel comfortable seeking out help. 

Nationally Certified & Trained Tutors

McDaniel College Writing Center recruits peer tutors from across a wide range of disciplines and backgrounds. What unites them is a deep love of writing and building a community of writers here at the college. All peer tutors participate in rigorous, ongoing training in accordance with the Association for the Coaching & Tutoring Profession standards.

Minimum Qualifications

To work at the Writing Center, all peer tutors must complete the requirements for Associate Tutor certification by completing a 2-credit training course.

Several tutors also choose to pursue either Advanced Tutor or Master Tutor certification by enrolling in an additional 2-credit course, completing an Independent Study, or participating in Writing Center research. 

These professional certifications are effective ways of demonstrating to potential employers or graduate skills the skill you've developed as a peer tutor.