Writing Center Workshops
About Writing Workshops
Students should register for these workshops using the Navigate App by choosing the “Writing Center Workshop” service when making an appointment with the Writing Center for the date and time of the workshop.
Fall 2024 Workshops
September 4 (2:00 PM): AI & Writing
In this workshop, we will discuss the ways that artificial intelligence can be used effectively and ethically to enhance students’ writing processes.
View Recording of September 4 Workshop
September 11 (10:00 AM): Composing an Effective Speech
In this workshop, we will discuss components of and strategies for creating an effective speech that you can give in any academic or professional setting.
September 18 (12:00 PM): Avoiding Plagiarism
In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for avoiding academic misconduct and plagiarism.
View Recording of September 18 Workshop
September 25 (12:00 PM): Grammar Basics
In this workshop, we will discuss foundational grammar rules and different digital tools that students can use to help reduce these forms of errors in their writing.
View Recording of September 25 Workshop
October 1 (4:00 PM): Citation Styles
In this workshop, we will briefly discuss each of the main citation styles (MLA, APA, and Chicago).
View Recording of October 1 Workshop
October 7th (2:00 PM): Building an Effective Argument
In this workshop, we will discuss how to effectively develop an argument, the rhetorical triangle, and rhetorical situations.
View Recording of October 7 Workshop
October 15 (6:00 PM): Graduate Writing
In this workshop, we will discuss characteristics of various graduate writing genres including seminar papers, theses, and manuscripts. Students will also learn strategies on how to effectively compose these different texts.
View Recording of October 15 Workshop
October 24 (3:00 PM): Avoiding Plagiarism
In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for avoiding academic misconduct and plagiarism.
View Recording of October 24 Workshop
October 30 (2:00 PM): Research Writing
In this workshop, we will discuss how to organize academic sources, complete annotated bibliographies, and different research methods.
View Recording of October 30 Workshop
November 7 (3:30 PM): How to Ethically Use AI
In this workshop, we will discuss ethical ways of using AI when working on academic writing assignments.
November 12 (12:00 PM): Citation Styles
In this workshop, we will briefly discuss each of the main citation styles (MLA, APA, and Chicago).
View Recording of November 12 Workshop
November 20 (3:00 PM): Avoiding Plagiarism
In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for avoiding academic misconduct and plagiarism.
Archived Writing Center Workshop Videos
Topic: Reading and Understanding Writing Assignments
Reading and understanding an assignment to know what is required of you can be overwhelming, and you are not alone! This workshop will help you identify the overview and tasks within an assignment and give you practical reading tips to comprehend the assignment requirements fully.
Watch the Recording of "Reading and Understanding Assignments" Here