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322 Lloyd Hall

Lloyd Hours:

Mon-Thursday, 9am-6pm
Friday, 9am-3pm

Satellite Center Hours:
Java City, Gorgas Library
S-TH, 7-9 pm.
(Begins on Sunday 1/20)

Closed for final exam week and university holidays

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322 Lloyd Hall
348-5049
writingcenter@ua.edu

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@UAWritingCenter Be sure to come by the Great Campus Write In this afternoon! UA Libraries and the Writing Center will be in Gorgas… https://t.co/kekGtvKfN4

02:24 PM Apr 8th
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@UAWritingCenter The Writing Center will be closed for Honors Day on this Friday, 4/5, including the online Center.

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06:13 PM Mar 20th
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This week we are spotlighting a special group of tutors: the spring 2019 UA Writing Center interns. In order to work at the Center, undergraduate students apply to take our internship course, English 317. In the first half of the semester, they reflect on their own writing process, learn about research on writing, and conduct observations in the Center. By the second half of the semester, they are conducting tutorials of their own, with mentoring and support from experienced tutors. This semester we have ten new interns at the University Writing Center (First row, left to right: Emily, Rachael, Rebekah, and Marie. Second row, left to right: Derrick, Michelle, Tori, Lena, Shannon, and Katelyn.) Their majors include English, Biology, Studio Art, Math, French, Communicative Disorders, and New College (studies in political discourse). Their careers goals include the teaching of English, translation/interpreting, speech pathology, law, writing/data analysis, art/illustration, and veterinary practice, among other things. When asked why they are taking the practicum course, the interns shared a variety of motives and goals. For Emily, who wants to teach English in a foreign country, the class has given her an opportunity to learn more about working with ESL students. Michelle wanted to learn “how we talk about writing,” while Katelyn and Shannon were hoping to sharpen their own writing skills. Still others simply enjoy helping students learn. As a group, the interns are prolific writers and readers. Many of them love Southern gothic novels, fantasy literature, graphic novels, the Harry Potter series, and Stephen King (though, as Lena puts it, “never at night!”) Some of their favorite books include A Song of Ice and Fire (Martin), In Cold Blood (Capote), Picture of Dorian Grey (Wilde), Jane Eyre (Bronte), The Outsiders (Hinton), Leaves of Grass (Whitman), and The Time Quintet (L’engle). We asked the interns to share what they have learned over the last fourteen weeks. Michelle says: “Everyone has a different method of writing-- it’s all about finding what works for you.” Shannon has learned that “People often think that they are much worse writers than they are” while Rachael tells clients that “You don’t need to be an expert on everything- that’s what Google is for.” Finally, we asked the tutors what advice they would give to students coming to the Center for the first time. Tori advises students to remember that the time is yours; tutors will have plenty of suggestions, but they want to know what YOU want to talk about. Marie adds that “coming to the Center with nothing” (no draft) is “just as fun and acceptable as coming in with an entire essay already written.” Rachael says: “Don’t apologize for your writing!” And Derrick adds: “Have confidence in what you’ve created. There is no such thing as bad writing!” After finishing the practicum, the interns will be eligible to work at the Center in the fall. We hope you will have a chance to work with these stellar new tutors, whether on your personal, professional, or creative writing.

09:29 PM Apr 16th

03:51 PM Apr 12th

Trying to get an appointment? The Writing Center stays very booked during paper-writing season, but if you haven't managed to snag an appointment, don't lose hope. Here are some suggestions: 1) Keep checking the online schedule! Slots will sometimes open up during the day as cancellations occur. 2) Use the waiting list feature in our appointment system. Click on the clock icon next to the appointment time you are hoping for. You'll get an e-mail alert if an appointment becomes available. 3) Drop-in to the Center. If you have some flexibility and don't mind waiting, you can drop-in to Lloyd 322. We normally have a staff member on hand to take walk-in traffic. 4) Use the Java City service! We offer drop-in tutoring in Gorgas Library, 7-9 pm Sun-Thurs evenings.

07:06 PM Apr 9th

Graduate students: Are you working on a thesis or dissertation project? Apply for the Dissertation Writers Retreat, which takes place during the May interim period. See the link below for an application and more information. The application deadline is Friday, April 12. https://universityofalabama.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bCoug8ku0KGjugB
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02:42 PM Apr 9th

The Writing Center will be closed for Honors Day on this Friday, 4/5, including the online Center.

02:40 PM Apr 4th

Join the Writing Center and UA Libraries for the Great Campus Write-In on Monday! The event will be held from 1-4pm in Gorgas 205. Bring your writing, grab a snack, and meet with a writing tutor or librarian!

03:44 PM Apr 3rd

Graduate students: Are you working on a thesis or dissertation project? Apply for the Dissertation Writers Retreat, which takes place during the May interim period. See the link below for an application and more information. The application deadline is Monday, April 8. https://universityofalabama.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bCoug8ku0KGjugB
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03:27 PM Mar 29th

We are proud to co-sponsor the Dissertation Writers' Treat with University of Alabama - Graduate School. Applications are due on April 8, 2019.
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06:13 PM Mar 20th

Welcome back from Spring Break! The Writing Center is here to help with any and all of your writing projects. Come see us in 322 Lloyd Hall!

01:58 PM Mar 18th

The Writing Center will be closed for spring break from March 11 to March 15, including distance learning and Java City services on Sunday, March 10. However, distance learning sessions and Java City tutoring will be up and running on Sunday, March 17, and we will resume normal hours on Monday, March 18. Thanks, and have a wonderful spring break!

03:52 PM Mar 8th

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