Summer Hours

We will have a few tutors available for sessions starting June 18th.

Summer Boot Camps

The University Writing Center is excited to announce it is expanding its 2012 Summer Boot Camp Program to include sessions for both thesis and dissertation candidates.

Thesis Boot Camp: Tuesdays from 1:00-4:30pm (6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7)

Dissertation Boot Camp: Wednesdays from 1:00-4:30pm (6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/24, 8/1)

You must register for the camps.

If you are interested in registering for either camp or if you would like more information, please contact Gail Jacky at gjacky@niu.edu or 815.753.6636.

General Writing Center Information

The University Writing Center at Stevenson Towers South, Lower Level is a place for all writers at Northern Illinois University, undergraduates, graduates, staff, and even faculty, to talk about their writing with trained consultants, one-on-one. When you work with the consultants, you can....

1. Discuss topics and ideas
2. Develop strategies in planning, organizing, and developing drafts 
3. Discover effective uses of sources and correct documentation 
4. Understand your professors' writing assignments more clearly 
5. Identify better ways to use language 
6. Learn appropriate methods of persuading readers 
7. Integrate critical reading and thinking skills in your written work 
8. Become more aware of the different types of writing that various disciplines require 
9. Prepare résumés and applications for internships, scholarships, or jobs

Please bring the following materials: 

• Your written notes and/or your essay
• Two (2) copies of your paper
• A copy of the assignment your professor gave you 
• The sources or textbooks you're using, if appropriate.