1. Welcome to the Write Place
Office of Writing, Research & New Media
RyaN c.HARRIS Learning Teaching Center
Christina Klimo, Write Place Coordinator
August 2010

2. Mission
To appreciate the uniqueness of individual learners and work with all students in their efforts to become better writers.
To encourage, guide, and support student writers during any stage of the writing process.

3. NEW Location & Hours of Operation
CHECK IT OUT!!! NEW LOCATION:
Roesch Library Second Floor, West End
OPENING DAY: Tuesday, September 7, 2009
Monday-Thursday
NEW EXPANDED HOURS! 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday
4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Digital Drop-Off available anytime
Please plan for a response within 48 hours

4. Who We Are Staff Characteristics Training 26 undergraduate consultants
13 majors, 5 English majors, 5 English dual majors
15 new consultants; 11 returning consultants
4 ENG 101 T-Section tutors
1 graduate consultant
Training
7 hours pre-service training
10 additional training hours per semester
ESL needs, library orientation, NCAA regulations, writing process, consulting communication skills

5. Current Services Drop-In Consultations On-Going Support
Students seeking help with any writing assignment or project can “drop-in” to the Write Place during regular business hours, no appointment necessary.
On-Going Support
Students seeking to address deficiencies in writing can work regularly with a consultant at a predetermined time. Appointments are scheduled via the Write Place Coordinator.
Online Consultations
Students can submit written work, up to 5 pages, for feedback to the Write Place via the Digital Drop-Off solution. Go to:

6. Process
Student-client completes “student” portion of consultation report, identifying expectations for the session and providing demographic information.
If student-client signs report, document sent to instructor.
Consultation session occurs; typical session lasts minutes.
Consultant completes “consultant” portion of consultation report, identifying what was discussed during the session.
Head consultant summarizes report in WP data base and sends report to instructor.

7. Traffic: Who Visits the Write Place
Fall 2009
779 Freshman
125 Sophomores
79 Juniors
59 Seniors
95 Graduate students
69 unidentified
Total = 1195
Spring 2010
299 Freshman
92 Sophomores
87Juniors
45Seniors
55 Graduate students
Total = 647
Busiest year ever!
Over 1,800 consultation sessions!

8. Student Expectations of a Write Place Visit
To find helpful consultants.
Student peer leaders who are passionate about writing.
Consultants, not “tutors.” Consultants do not give “right” and “wrong” answers as the idea of a “tutor” may convey. Rather, consultants give expert advice and exchange ideas with the client.
To receive assistance at ALL stages of the writing process.
Prewriting, writing and rewriting.
To improve as a writer.
Consultants address both strengths and weaknesses.
To exchange ideas with the consultants.
Write place sessions are conversations.

9. What NOT to Expect From a Visit
To find a proofreading service.
Consultants will help with mechanics but will not simply correct a paper.
To receive adequate last minute help.
To have consultants predict a grade.
To have consultants write the paper.

10. Key Points to Share with Students
Don’t be afraid! Student writers will be working with competent peer consultants.
It’s FREE! There is no fee to use this service.
Not just for English class! Write Place is open to help students in all subject areas and on any writing assignment.
Come as often as you like! There is no limit to how often a student can leverage the service.
Bring to the session a copy of the professor’s assignment sheet; it promotes a more effective consultation experience.
Bring to the session a hard copy of the draft; this enables the student to take notes during the session.

11. Key Points For Faculty
Consultations are most effective when students are there willingly; please do not require students to visit the Write Place.
We are happy to accommodate your course if you decide to “strongly encourage” your class to visit or offer extra credit. Please contact the Write Place Coordinator.
Write Place is a supplemental resource to your course instruction. Feel free to encourage your students to visit frequently.
Write Place can facilitate workshops on targeted areas of writing. Suggestions are welcomed.

12. Contact Us Christina Klimo, Coordinator, Write Place
Office:
Cell:
Steve Wilhoit, Director, Office of Writing, Research & New Media
LTC Office: