Since the consultants' role is neither to evaluate students nor offer formal tutoring, students often find work at the Writing Center informal and approachable. During each consultation, students remain in control of their writing, and they make the ultimate decision whether or not to follow any recommendations the consultants give. Likewise, the consultation is personalized to each student's stage in the writing process. Whether students bring a rough draft, an outline, some notes, or even a blank page, the consultants help them reach the next stage in their writing. Students will also find help with conducting research and documenting sources.
Consultations begin with the issues of content and coherence, addressing key areas for revision.
The Writing Center is not a proof-reading service. The Writing Center opens the second week of each semester and remains open through the end of final exam week. Last updated Tuesday, September 21, 1999.