This is an excellent opportunity for you to experience the benefits available by visiting the Writing Center. Please be sure to bring your assignment sheet and draft of your essay. It is helpful if you are prepared with specific questions for the tutor. One of the issues we will discuss at length in this class is citation. I do not consider citation error to be plagiarism, however it does negatively affect the grade of the essay in question.
Plagiarism is a serious offense that can result in a failing grade in the course.
I go to great lengths to consider all circumstances and to be fair to the students in my class. An accusation of plagiarism comes only after ample warning and repeated offenses. Thus, be aware, but not paranoid. You need not feel confined to my official office hours. In an emergency you can e-mail me as I have access to my campus account at home.