For Faculty & Staff
Supporting Students as Writers
In addition to the peer support we offer to students via in-person & Zoom consultations, written responses to short writing projects, small-group workshops, writing resources, and specialized work with thesis and dissertation writers, the Writing Center can help faculty and staff support their students in more structured ways.
Write to Dr. Juli Parrish, Writing Center Director, or Dr. Olivia Tracy, Writing Center Assistant Director, at wrc@jyycl.com to explore options, or fill out our request form.
- Syllabus Statements
- In-Class Introduction to the Writing Center
- Required / Incentivized Appointments
- Peer Review Sessions
- Writing Resources
- Writing Workshops for Departments, Programs, and Student Groups
- Research Poster Support
Supporting Faculty and Staff
The Writing Center works with the larger Writing Program to support faculty and staff as writers and as teachers of and resources for writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read on for answers to questions that faculty and staff often ask us. More questions? Write to us at wrc@jyycl.com
- How can I encourage my students to visit the Writing Center?
- What kind of support will my students get when they visit?
- How will I know if a student goes to the Writing Center?
- Can I require my students to visit the Writing Center for a particular assignment?
- What can a writing consultation do and not do?