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Writing in Graduate School

Writing plays a central role in sharing research and ideas in academia, yet it frequently becomes a source of worry and isolation for graduate students. This...

Event date Monday, August 18, 2025 Event time 1:30 pm Go to all events list Event

How to Get More Out of Your Reading by Doing Less

Are you looking for tips on how to tame your reading list and take efficient notes on what you’ve read? In this workshop we will break the reading and...

Event date Tuesday, September 16, 2025 Event time 2:30 pm Go to all events list Event

Semester Planning Clinic: Making a Strategic Writing Plan from Now to December

Getting your semester off to a strong start requires knowing where you want to go and how you plan on getting there. This interactive clinic will provide...

Event date Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Event time 2:30 pm Go to all events list Event

Beat the Clock: Time Boxing to Get Your Writing Done

Does it feel like you drag out your writing projects, spending too much time on tasks that aren’t important? Are you working hard, but never seem to make...

Event date Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Event time 9:30 am Go to all events list Event

Crafting Slides for Engaging Presentations

Do you ever envy a presenter’s slick presentation? Do you wish you could convey your data simply and tell a great story that engages your audience? Join us...

Event date Wednesday, August 27, 2025 Event time 2:00 pm Go to all events list Event

What is a "Response to Reading" and How to Write One!

You might be asked to write a reading response – but what does that mean? This workshop will provide a framework for approaching a reading critically and...

Event date Monday, September 22, 2025 Event time 11:30 am Go to all events list Event

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