Writing Center FAQs
Where is the Writing Center located?
The Writing Center is located in the 4140 Building on
the corner of 42nd St. and Woodland Avenue
When is the Writing Center open?
The Writing Center is open from 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday
How long is an appointment?
Each appointment is up to 30 minutes.
What do I need to bring to my tutoring session?
Always bring the written assignment as provided by your
instructor
Always bring the rubric your instructor has given you,
if one has been given
Always bring your instructor’s or peer’s
comments, if you have them
Always bring a draft of your assignment: an introduction,
paragraphs, or what you have written, no matter the length
Will the Writing Center edit my paper?
No, the Writing Center is not a drop-off editing service.
You need to sit down with the peer tutor, read your
paper aloud, brainstorm ideas and discuss questions
you have about your writing assignment.
Can the Writing Center assist me
with scientific writing assignmenets, disssertations
and grant writing?
Yes, assistance with these writing
tasks is available to all University students,
faculty and staff.
Does the Writing Center help with writing in
other languages?
No, the Writing Center only assists you with assignments
written in ENGLISH.
Does the Writing Center help students prepare
for the WPE (Writing Proficiency Exam)?
Yes, you can join a writing proficiency tutoring group
in the fall semester to prepare for the November WPE
and you can join a writing proficiency tutoring group
in the spring to prepare for the March WPE.
What happens in the writing proficiency tutoring
group?
The writing proficiency tutoring group consists of up
to 6 students and is facilitated by a peer tutor. You
will meet weekly, same time and same day, and you will
write a weekly essay and receive feedback and comments.
Who should sign-up for a writing proficiency
tutoring group?
Students who are third year and above who have not yet
passed the WPE, and second year students who feel they
are not strong writers and want to prepare for the March
exam during their second year.
How much does the writing assistance cost?
It’s free!