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 […]

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 also for tips, tricks, and methods that will help you become an effective note-taker. This workshop is open to all students. For more information, contact […]

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, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, 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 argument and thesis. All students are welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

Let’s talk about how to write professional email messages!  Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this student workshop will address effective strategies for email communication. Audience, purpose, tone, and sentence clarity will be discussed in writing to college personnel, as well as prospective and current employers. Open to all students. For more information, […]

For many college papers, a prompt will ask questions related to readings and class discussion, asking you to demonstrate analysis and discussion of the topic. Decoding what a prompt is asking can be overwhelming, but the sooner you understand a prompt, the sooner you can start writing! 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, etc. Plagiarism in its various forms will be defined and discussed, including Ramapo’s policy on academic integrity. Open to all students.  For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

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 workshop will address time-management strategies and tools, including goal-setting, using an organizer, planning weekly, addressing priorities, and limiting distractions. All students are welcome. For more […]

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, ptovey@ramapo.edu. **This workshop has been moved to Webex. If you previously registered, please check your email for a link to join. Register

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, etc. Plagiarism in its various forms will be defined and discussed, including Ramapo’s policy on academic integrity. Open to all students.  For more information, contact […]

Do you need to brush up on study skills? This 45-minute workshop will address valuable strategies for academic success, including note-taking, annotating, managing time, and taking care of yourself. Tips on where, when, and how to study will also be discussed. Open to all students. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu.   Register

Sponsored by the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute workshop will address planning and drafting strategies for writing about research. Learn how to integrate research into a paper through quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing source information.  All students are welcomed. For more information, contact Ramon Reyes, rreyes@ramapo.edu. Register