GWC Workshops & Events
Thesis Writers United: Tuesday Happy Hour & Friday Coffee Hour
Writing a thesis? Don't struggle in isolation. Join fellow students Tuesdays 1600–1700 and Fridays 1000–1100 in a confidential space to swap solutions, share progress, and help each other cope. A writing coach and thesis processor will provide support and field questions.
“My Glory Never Dies”: The Military in Literature, Film, and Onstage
Take a break, exercise your imagination, and build community. This unique workshop series uses prose, poetry, play, and film to expand critical thinking while deepening participants’ understanding of the role the military has played in the arts. Offered Fridays 0900–1130, Oct. 2–Nov. 6. Attending all workshops is encouraged but not required. Space is limited—enroll today!
New Resources
Zotero Examples: Chicago Notes & Bibliography / Turabian
The NPS Citation Guide now includes Zotero examples for Chicago Notes & Bibliography / Turabian! To the left of each source type is a Zotero link that points to a template showing how to produce a properly formatted result. Proofreading remains essential, but with these examples, your citations and references will be well on their way!
"Interpreting iThenticate" Infographic
Have questions about interpreting iThenticate reports? Check out our new iThenticate infographic for some quick tips. For more in-depth answers on a range of attribution-related issues, see our iThenticate FAQ and Resources pages—and the coaches are always happy to help!
New Services
Asynchronous Coaching Daily
Whether you’re overseas or overloaded, now you can get writing help any time by signing up for our new service, asynchronous coaching. Submit a draft to the Writing Center for feedback on critical thinking and writing mechanics, then receive feedback by 1700 PDT the day of your appointment without a real-time coaching session. Learn more about async coaching.
Virtual Drop-in Coaching via Zoom
Have a quick question? A short paper that's due today? Drop in and talk to a coach on Zoom! Offered M–F, 1300–1400 PST. Check WCOnline or this page for details.
Video Highlights
"What's Different About Academic Writing?"
Don't miss this six-minute refresher on the fundamentals of academic writing.
"Plagiarism's Haunting Legacy"
Also check out "Plagiarism's Haunting Legacy" (5:27), a video produced by the Thesis Processing Office, to get an idea of how pervasive and harmful plagiarism is.
Page last modified October 28, 2020
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