Students can access materials, links and other resources to help improve academic and professional writing. Materials on the topics below are available to use online while in the Writing Center or while you are off-site working on your assignments. Some materials are available as PDF's if you would like to print them for reference.
W.O.R.D is available for students to use at anytime, but it is best used to supplement a weekly tutoring appointment. If you do not already have a weekly tutoring session, please fill out a Tutor Request Application to get started.
"Why Visit Your Campus Writing Center?" by Ben Rafoth
W.O.R.D. Categories
- Academic Writing
- Reading, Studying, and Successful Work Habits
- Writing Process and Structure
- Research
- Citation and Plagiarism Issues
- Grammar and Punctuation
- ESL Resources
- WPST Resources
- Professional Writing
- Essential Websites for Writers
Academic Writing
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Citation and Plagiarism Issues
Plagirarism, both intentional and unintentional, continues to be one of most predominant problems in student writing. However, with some guidance and an adequate amount of time and preparation devoted to a writing assignment, you can be sure you won't fall into any bad habits that lead to plagiarism.
WPST Resources
Tackling a writing promt on-demand and with a time constraint requires some strategies and skills. Below are some resources to help you prepare for an upcoming WPST test. You should also consider scheduling an appointment with a Writing Center tutor to help aid your preparations.
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Professional Writing
Beyond your time here at Stan State, you will need information on how to approach resumes, cover letters, CV's, proposals, and more.
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Writing Effective CV's and Résumés
Curriculum Vitae Tips and Samples (Research Writing Program, University of Illinois)
Understanding Cover Letters (Inside Higher Ed)
Teaching Philosophy Samples (University of Minnesota)
Essential Websites for Writers
Best Writing Resource Websites
Purdue Online Writing Lab
University of North Carolina Handouts
Purdue YouTube Channel
Citation Help
Plagiarism Resource Site
Easy Bibliography
MLA
APA
Chicago
Dictionaries
Merriam-Webster
Interactive Grammar
English Page
Interactive Quizzes
Stanislaus State Links
WPST
Library
Research Tutorials
Department of English
Writing Program