Those unfamiliar with NMC’s Writing and Reading Center, or the concept of writing centers, might conclude – with good reason – that the WRC is about writing and reading. And it is. My introductory spiel to classes always emphasizes that if it’s writing or...
Writing center practice and theory, as a discipline, is one of the most inclusive and supportive academic communities that I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of. One particular quality of writing center practice is how much it supports and encourages student...
As we gear up for the main 8-week session, remember to let your students know about the Writing and Reading Center. For the summer Writing and Reading Center hours will be Monday-Thursday from 10-2. If you would like a tour of the center, or an in-class presentation...
Hello everyone!Welcome back to a new semester. Just some quick reminders about the Writing and Reading Center’s services and hours: We offer reading assistance, in addition to writing assistance. Students who have a hard time reading articles or textbooks can...
The dreaded pile of papers. We assign writing with high hopes, walk our students through the process, give feedback and direction at every step, and then it all comes down to that: one giant stack for us to wrangle. Instructors sometimes avoid assigning papers just...
