Common Philosophy and Policies for CUS Writing Centers Common Philosophy and Policies for CUS Writing Centers Tutors respect that papers belong to the writers of those papers. The writers, not the tutors, generate, evaluate, and revise their own writing. Tutors foster better writers, not better papers.
Tutors ask and listen.
Tutors are friendly, supportive and encouraging. Tutors ask writers what help they desire, but focus on higher order concerns before grammar and mechanics. Tutors and writers dialogue. Tutors maintain a professional attitude and do not criticize grades, assignments or professors. Tutors may provide handouts or additional resources on specific writing concerns.