Writing Center Workshops: Fall 2008
All workshops will meet at 12:15 in the Roberts Library Conference Room (RL-214) or the Scarborough Computer Lab (S-4) . Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch to the workshops that are held in Roberts Library.
Researching Workshops
September 11: Smart Researching (S-4)
Introduction to the basics of the researching process, as well as the ATLA and WorldCat databases.
September 18: Smart Researching II (S-4)
Introduction to the Texshare Databases, with hands-on practice.
September 25: Smart Researching III (S-4)
Introduction to Biblical Resources on the Web and the Wabash Center, with hands-on practice.
Writing Workshops
October 2: Note-taking (RL 214)
Learn tips and strategies for taking effective notes as you research.
October 9: Developing a Thesis Statement (RL 214)
Learn the characteristics of an effective thesis statement, and how to produce it.
October 16: Topic Sentences and Organization (RL 214)
Become familiar with the tools you need to keep your paper organized.
October 23: Editing Your Paper (RL 214)
Beyond proofreading: learn how to take a second look at your papers to make them more effective.
October 30: Proofreading and Formatting Your Paper (RL 214)
Ever struggle with the Style Manual? This workshop is for you!
November 6: StyleEase and Word 2007 (S-4)
Hands-on practice in formatting your paper using StyleEase.
