Welcome to the Graduate Writing Center!
Being a good writer empowers you. In a world where careful analysis of security challenges is sincerely needed, writing well takes on increasing importance, not only as a means of communication but as a reflection of one's ability to think analytically and critically.
We become strong writers through practice, constructive feedback, and a solid understanding of writing techniques. Our coaches and instructors support you throughout this educational process, providing guidance as you develop course papers and thesis chapters. While our coaches do not edit your work, they help you develop your ideas, organization, logic, arguments, grammar, punctuation, and citation skills.
Click here to watch a brief (4:40) introduction to the GWC's mission and services. Click here to watch a brief (5:05) tutorial on signing up for writing coaching and workshops using WCOnline. Eyes left to the big blue button that will take you to WCOnline.
NEW SERVICE!
Asynchronous Coaching: M–F
Whether you’re overseas or overloaded, now you can get writing help any time. Sign 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 PST the day of your appointment without a real-time coaching session. Learn more about async coaching here.
Summer Workshops
The GWC and DKL will offer a full set of workshops this summer quarter, via Zoom. Download the flyer.
Coronavirus Update (5 June 2020)
The Graduate Writing Center remains in operation. We are dedicated to providing you the same level of service as in normal times.
Download a GWC services FAQ here.
Our coaches now work with students remotely. Appointments are conducted the same as with our DL students. For DL coaching guidelines, check this page, or contact your coach or writingcenter@nps.edu. For further information, see the announcement at the top of the WCOnline calendar page, which you reach by clicking on the SIGN-UP button to your left.
We offer a virtual drop-in coaching via Zoom. Have a quick question? Short paper that's due today? This service might be right for you. M–F, 1200–1300 PST. Check WCOnline or this page on our website for details.
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