Workshop Schedule
To register for any of our open workshops (marked below with a red 'OPEN' next to the name), you may click here for online registration, or you can stop by the
Writing Center to sign up. Our workshops are extremely popular and fill up
quickly -- please sign up in advance.
Dates, times, and instructors are subject to change. This
schedule was last modified on October 20, 2009.
Tuesday, October 27 - 12:00-1:00 (Kamryn Clarke): Common Grammar and
Punctuation Errors - OPEN for registration
Located in Clark Hall 118
Have you had an instructor comment that your essay has excellent content, but
your writing is weakened by too many serious grammar errors? In this workshop,
we will review some of the most common grammar and punctuation errors in student
writing, including run-ons, comma splices, fragments, subject-verb and
pronoun-antecedent agreement issues, and punctuation misuse.
Wednesday, October 28 - 1:00-2:00 (Jan Hagemann): Netiquette - OPEN for registration
Located in Clark Hall 118
All e-mails are not created equal. An e-mail to an employer or faculty member
should be written in a different style and tone than one to a friend. This
workshop will teach you appropriate "net etiquette."
Thursday, October 29 - 12:00-1:00 (Michelle Hager): Essay Prompts
and Time Management - OPEN for registration
Located in Clark Hall 118
In-class essay writing is intimidating for many students; however, successful
in-class writing depends not only on your composition skills but also on your
ability to analyze the prompt and manage your time properly. This workshop will
focus on two interrelated topics: (1) understanding and critically analyzing
essay prompts, and (2) using time management strategies for the various stages
of the in-class, timed writing process (pre-writing, composing the essay, and
editing/revising).
Thursday, October 29 - 3:00-4:00 (Georgia Saratsiotis): Nominalization:
Verbs with Muscle - OPEN for registration
Located
in Clark Hall 122 (note room change!)
This workshop will change your writing forever. Learn how to avoid
nominalization (turning strong verbs into nouns) and drastically improve
coherence and conciseness in your papers.
Tuesday, November 3 - 1:00-2:00 (Jen Jebens): Introduction to Essay
Exams - OPEN for registration
Located in
Clark Hall 118
Do you find in-class essays intimidating? This workshop will teach you tips
and tricks for planning and writing your in-class essays. Analyze prompts,
create outlines, and discuss what goes into a well-structured essay. (Note: This
workshop is targeted toward those writing for English 1A/1B in-class essays, but
all are welcome to attend.)
Wednesday, November 4 - 3:00-4:00 (Crystle Bruno): Body Paragraphs -
OPEN for registration
Located in Clark Hall
118
Learn how to write well-developed, well-written body paragraphs that support
a thesis statement and clearly explain quotes or other arguments. You will
receive an accompanying packet of handouts on essay form.
Monday, November 9 - 3:00-4:00 (Jan Hagemann): Basic APA
Style
Located in Clark Hall 118
APA style is required in many majors, not just psychology. This
workshop provides basic information on in-text citation formats and
reference lists to ensure that your paper will be in compliance with the latest
guidelines.
Tuesday, November 10 - 2:00-3:00 (Peter Gambrill):
Punctuation
Located in Clark Hall 118
Punctuate your papers for success! This workshop will guide you through the
rules of proper punctuation.
Wednesday, November 18 - 12:00-1:00 (Michelle Hager): Common Grammar
and Punctuation Errors
Located in Clark Hall 118
Have you had an instructor comment that your essay has excellent content, but
your writing is weakened by too many serious grammar errors? In this workshop,
we will review some of the most common grammar and punctuation errors in student
writing, including run-ons, comma splices, fragments, subject-verb and
pronoun-antecedent agreement issues, and punctuation misuse.
Thursday, November 19 - 2:00-3:00 (Marcus Landon): Basic MLA
Style
Located in Clark Hall 118
You've heard a dozen warnings about plagiarism, and now you have a research
paper due! If you've forgotten the details of citing sources and writing
footnotes - or never had a systematic lesson - this is the place to sharpen your
skills. (Be sure that MLA style is acceptable to your instructor. Other
workshops will cover other styles, such as APA.)
Monday, November 23 - 12:00-1:00 (Fabio Coelho):
Paraphrasing
Located in Clark Hall 118
Paraphrasing can be both an effective way to show comprehension of an
original text and an important technique to avoid plagiarism. In this workshop,
we analyze and discuss effective ways to paraphrase. Participants also engage in
individual and/or group practice to help them improve this valuable skill.
Tuesday, November 24 - 3:00-4:00 (Kamryn Clarke): Common Grammar and
Punctuation Errors
Located in Clark Hall 118
Have you had an instructor comment that your essay has excellent content, but
your writing is weakened by too many serious grammar errors? In this workshop,
we will review some of the most common grammar and punctuation errors in student
writing, including run-ons, comma splices, fragments, subject-verb and
pronoun-antecedent agreement issues, and punctuation misuse.
Wednesday, November 25 - 12:00-1:00 (Jan Hagemann): APA Style:
Paraphrasing and Quoting
Located in Clark Hall 118
APA style is required in many majors, not just psychology. This
workshop provides easy tips about in-text citation to ensure that your
paper will be in compliance with the latest guidelines.
Monday, November 30 - 2:00-3:00 (Linda Mitchell): Basic Latin and Greek
Roots
Located in Clark Hall 118
If you saw the word "heliotrope," would you know what it meant? Improve your
vocabulary, comprehension, and reading speed by learning Latin and Greek
roots. Come and enjoy the fun activities.
Wednesday, December 2 - 2:00-3:00 (Jan Hagemann): APA Style:
Creating a Reference Page
Located in Clark Hall 118
APA style is required in many majors, not just psychology. This
workshop provides easy tips about creating a reference page
that will be in compliance with the latest guidelines.
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