Quick LinksCommunication Writing Center
Frequently Asked Questions
The Communication Writing Center is a volunteer-based center staffed by Communication graduate students, teaching assistants, and research assistants. We welcome drop-in sessions during the hours posted.
Where is the Writing Center?
CMU 222
We share this space with the Speaking Center and various other activities. This quarter, we are offering a few sessions in the Advising office as well (CMU 118). See the schedule for specific times.
Who can use center?
The center is designed to help students taking communication courses and/or prospective and current communication majors.
What kinds of projects can the tutors help with?
We can read drafts of essays and papers for class, as well as application essays, statements of purpose etc. Think of us not as “writing experts” but rather as interested and informed readers. We’ll provide another pair of eyes on your work in a low-pressure environment.
While we’re happy to help you at any stage of the writing process, you will probably get the most out of a session if you bring a draft of what you are working on.
What to expect?
We generally think of sessions to last about 20 minutes. As such, we may not be able to address all of your concerns or the issues in your writing. Instead, we will focus on a few key areas for improvement per session.
Because this is drop-in, we are never entirely sure if there will be a wait or not. The best advice we can offer is come early, come often.
