Writing Support

Writing Support:   

Academic Support Services is pleased to
offer Writing Support to the Harold Washington College community. Our
goals are to support academic excellence and to empower students in their
academic pursuits.   

If you need assistance with writing, developing
a paper or an essay, HWC offers free writing support to
students.    

Services provided include the following:   

·         Supportive, invested, and well-trained
professional tutors who are invested in the writing process, as they are experienced
writers themselves   

·         ESL specialist tutors with a linguistics
background   

·         The opportunity to meet with tutors face-to-face
or to receive remote tutoring   

·         A collaborative relationship with HWC library to
support writers in their research and research integration   

·         Writing workshops specifically designed to
address the needs of student writers ​   

What to Expect:         

Writing support sessions typically last about 50
minutes. You will be paired with a tutor who will ask to see
your assignment sheet and will ask you questions in order to better
understand your needs for the session. The tutors will not edit your paper or
write the paper for you. A session is meant to be a helpful conversation about
your writing– as the author of your paper, you are in
control. Remember: every writer seeks feedback, even
professionals!         

What to Bring:              

Please bring your assignment sheet, any relevant
notes, and any writing you have completed. You should also be prepared to take
notes/make changes on your paper during the session.          

When to Arrive:              

Please arrive promptly for your appointment. If
you cannot make your appointment or you will be late please notify your Tutor.
If you are a walk-in be prepared to make an appointment if tutors are currently
in a session.   

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