“ I hope that all students find a way to visit the Writing Center.”
—Dana McLeod, First Year Student, Undeclared

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I visit the Writing Center?
We are here to help you with any writing – academic, creative, or professional – and we are ready to work with you at any stage in your writing process: brainstorming, drafting, outlining, incorporating research, formatting citations, addressing surface errors, and more.

Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk-ins are welcome. However, we do get busy, so consider making an appointment if you are required by your instructor to visit the Center or if you want to be sure someone is waiting to help you.

Is there anything I should I do before coming to the Writing Center?
Not necessarily; many students visit without having made any preparations. Others find it helpful to gather materials that would help, like research, rubrics, assignment sheets, or lecture notes.

Can I drop off my paper and come back in an hour to pick it up?
Yes and no. You may drop your paper off for a read through in advance, but you need to fill out an intake form and commit to a follow-up visit. (Drop-offs are usually reserved for papers longer than five pages.)

Will you proofread my paper?
No, but we will help you identify errors, and we will work with you so that you can proofread your own papers.

Can you help me with citations?
Yes. We have plenty of resources available to help you format your work using APA, MLA, ASA, and Chicago style.

How long do conferences usually take?
That depends on the kind of paper you’re working with. However, most conferences take between twenty and sixty minutes.

Can you help me with a science paper?
Yes. We are happy to work with writers from any discipline.