Join us at the Dissertation Drop-in Tuesdays 9 a.m to 12 noon

Attention all dissertation writers!

Every Tuesday this summer (starting today), Writing Services will host a 3-hour writing room in McLaughlin Library Room 103, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

What's it all about?

- 3 hours of uninterrupted writing time
- a pleasant, quiet work environment with large tables and power outlets
- a writing consultant on duty to answer questions and provide on-the-spot writing help

Give it a try!

Register now! Brain Food Workshops Summer 2012

This popular graduate research and writing workshop series will be offered once again this summer. Complete all seven workshops to earn a Letter of Recognition in Research and Writing.

Register online

Is that your final paper?

It's not too late to phone a friend...or visit a writing consultant. Appointments and drop-ins are available today (Apr. 4) and tomorrow (Apr. 5) at Writing Services. That's two whole days to gain insight into your writing strategies and learn ways to make your ideas clearer to your readers.

To make an appointment or join the waiting list, visit our online registration page.

For a 25-min drop-in session, come to the Writing Drop-in area on the 1st floor of the Library. Sign up begins at 12:45 p.m. For drop-in hours, visit our website.

How to do a close reading: Workshop Mar. 22

The ability to do a close reading is an essential skill for all students in English literature courses. This workshop will illustrate strategies to use when writing papers that involve close readings.

Date: Thursday March 22, 2012
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: 3rd floor, Library Rm 384

Register online

Attention First Generation Students! Tell us what you think

Help us create a useful program by telling us what's important to you in this brief survey.

What is a "first generation" student?
If neither of your parents attended college or university, you are considered a "first generation" student.

What is this program about?
We have been working on developing services and resources to help first generation students with their writing skills. These services will be available to you free of charge.

How can I help?
Help us create a useful program by telling us what's important to you. We’ve put together a ten question survey to help develop future programs.

You can also send your feedback and questions to writing@uoguelph.ca