University Writing Center
University Writing Center
The Writing Center is located in Cook Library, Room 112, between Starbucks and the Speaking Center.
We are open:
Sunday 3–6 p.m.
Monday–Thursday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
To make an appointment, call 601.266.4821, stop by the center, email writingcenterFREEMississippi%C2%A0or schedule online at usm.mywconline.com.
Questions? Email the Writing Center at writingcenterFREEMississippi.
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Understanding the AssignmentNot sure where to begin? Bring a printed copy of your assignment and your tutor will read it with you to make sure you understand exactly what is required. |
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BrainstormingHaving trouble coming up with a topic for your paper? Your tutor can brainstorm with you to develop your ideas, create a thesis statement, and identify your main points. |
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DraftingLooking for a way to get started? Your tutor can help you write a rough draft that you can later revise. |
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Creating an OutlineNeed help getting organized? Your tutor can work with you to create a clear outline of your ideas that you can write your paper around. |
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RevisingDoes your paper need to be edited? Your tutor will read it with you and help you identify areas that need revision and any grammatical problems that need to be addressed. |
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PolishingCould your paper use a few finishing touches? Your tutor can go through your paper with you and help make sure that your arguments are clear and your writing is solid. |
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Citing Your SourcesUnsure about your citations? Your tutor can work with you to make sure that you have cited everything you need to, and that your citations are in the form required by your professor. |