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  • Developing the Argument and Thesis

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    This 45-minute workshop will address planning and drafting strategies for writing an argument paper. Identifying key ideas and concepts through quote selection will serve as the foundation for developing an […]

  • Annotating and Outlining a Text

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    This 45-minute workshop addresses strategies for annotating and outlining a text. Critical thinking is emphasized, including discerning the author's purpose, evaluating claims, raising questions, and using prior knowledge in actively […]

  • Note Taking

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    We all know it is important to take notes during class and while reading. Attend this 45-minute workshop to learn not only how note-taking helps improve your academic performance, but […]

  • Critical Reading Strategies

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    This 45-minute workshop will address how to critically read a text, including pre-viewing, questioning, annotating, using background knowledge, and rereading. All students are welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, […]

  • Academic Success Strategies

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute workshop will address 5 key strategies for optimal academic performance, from planning to using essential campus resources. Open to all […]

  • Time Management

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    You have a lot to do, so planning is essential. Learn ways to become more efficient and reduce your stress. Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute […]

  • Avoiding Plagiarism

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    Sponsored by the CRW, this 45-minute workshop will address how to successfully paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote the sources used for writing papers, articles, presentations, speeches, etc. Plagiarism in its […]

  • Study Skills to Survive the End of the Semester

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    This 45-minute workshop will address study skills to help with end-of-the-semester assignments & exams, including reading, annotating, and recall strategies, time management, taking care of your health, and using campus […]

  • APA Documentation Style

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute workshop will address how to use APA documentation style, including page formatting, in-text citations, and references. All students are welcome. For […]

  • Avoiding Plagiarism

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute workshop will address how to successfully paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote the sources used for writing papers, articles, presentations, speeches, […]

  • Information Literacy for the Sciences

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    In this session, we will learn about the types of sources you might need for your science course assignments, where to find appropriate sources, and how to access them, if […]

  • Chicago/Turabian Documentation Style

    Webex Virtual Meeting

    This 45-minute workshop will address Turabian/Chicago documentation style, including page formatting, source integration, footnotes, bibliography, and using the style manual. All students are welcome.  For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, […]