Tutoring sessions typically:
- last 30-40 minutes
- focus on one or two writing issues
- improve your writing skills as you talk one-on-one with a tutor
- involve reading aloud and brainstorming
- conclude with a short evaluation form
- require follow-up sessions
- respect the confidentiality of your visit. A tutor will send a report form to your instructor only at your request.
What Kind of Help Can I Get?
A trained undergraduate or graduate student tutor will work with you on a one-to-one basis at any stage of composing--finding ideas, drafting, revising,documenting sources, or proofreading.
Will a Tutor Correct My Paper For Me?
No, the Writing Center does not provide an editing service; we are a learning facility. A tutor will help you to correct your paper. The tutor will read through the paper with you and assist you in improving your weaknesses and recognizing your strengths.
What Should I Bring to the Tutoring Session?
It's a good idea to bring a copy of the assignment or course syllabus, as well as any notes, outlines, or rough drafts you may have.
Do I Need An Appointment?
No. Tutoring is offered on a "first-come-first-serve" basis.
How Long Does a Tutoring Session Usually Last?
Tutoring sessions usually last about 30-45 minutes.
I'd Like My Instructor to Know I Came to the Writing Center for Help. Will You Let Him/Her Know?
At your request, the tutor will send your instructor a form stating when you visited and what you worked on. Otherwise, all sessions are confidential.
