Each semester we offer a number of Zoom webinars for students. See below for this semester’s offerings and to register for each. Upon completing each Google Form, your email will be automatically added to the Google Calendar event for each session.
The Writing Process and Understanding Assignments
September 10, 2024 @ 12:00pm
In this session, we will go over the general steps of the writing process, including prewriting (choosing & refining topics; outlining), drafts, and revisions. We will also discuss some general tips on how to successfully complete an assignment based on your professor’s description (don’t assume this is an obvious skill!). NOTE: this is a 45min workshop, unlike the rest which are 20-30mins each.
In-text Citations I: When and How to Use
September 17, 2024 @ 12:00pm
Our most popular webinar! Citations are more than just formatting. This session will review different ways to use information from sources to support your arguments, including how and when to use quotes and paraphrases.
In-text Citations II: Paraphrasing
September 24, 2024 @ 12:00pm
A continuation of the previous week’s workshop. In this webinar we’ll practice paraphrasing, which is a surprisingly difficult skill to do correctly!
Annotated Bibliographies
October 1, 2024 @ 12:00pm
Students are often intimidated by annotated bibliographies, but they don’t have to be so scary! Join us to learn the components of an annotated bibliography and how they can help you with your research
Literature Reviews
October 8, 2024 @ 12:00pm
Like annotated bibliographies, students are often unfamiliar with this research component. In this webinar, we’ll discuss what a literature review is and isn’t, and discuss some tips & tricks for when you’re working on yours.
Academic Voice & Word Choice
October 15, 2024 @ 12:00pm
There’s more to good writing than just being free of grammatical errors! In this workshop, we’ll discuss making sure your writing sounds academic, with strong word choices and a lack of wordiness or fluff.
Abstracts
October 22, 2024 @ 12:00pm
How can 150 words cause so much stress? Learn some tips & tricks for summarizing your hard work in an abstract or executive summary.
