If you are able, stop by and see us in Newman Library – Drop-in appointments are often available!
Wondering what we offer? Here is a list of our services and how to get the most out of each type.
Synchronous Tutoring
Face to Face (in Newman Library) or Live Online Writing Consultations:
These appointments take place in real-time with both the client and coach, face-to-face in our location in the Newman Library or online.
Clients can talk with a writing coach on anything writing related — from brainstorming topic ideas to issues of development, organization, or editing.
These appointments are the best option for most writers; we can help at any stage of the writing process.
Asynchronous Tutoring
24 hrs. Later Written Feedback
This is a very one-sided appointment, so we recommend using it as a follow-up to a synchronous appointment (with the same coach whenever possible) for a final read-through of a draft.
For this type of appointment, clients share information about their project and attach their draft to receive written feedback from the coach within 24 hours of the appointment’s start time.
Coaches do not edit clients’ papers, but will try to provide some revision suggestions, in addition to briefly commenting on global concerns such as focus, development, and organization.
This service does not provide writing assistance beyond a quick read-through. For more comprehensive assistance, choose a synchronous appointment instead.
English Conversation Support in the Writing Center
English Conversation Support sessions take place in our location in the Newman Library. Schedule an appointment, and one of our coaches will help you practice English through informal conversation.
Up to 5 clients can sign up for each session.
The Power Hour of Writing
The Power Hour of Writing aims to empower writers to protect short but regular time slots to work towards their writing projects with the support of an online community.
The format is split into three parts: (1) the check-in, where participants outline their goals verbally or by writing in the chat box; (2) the 60-minute ‘Power Hour,’ where cameras and microphones are muted while people independently engage with their projects; and (3) the follow-up, where participants come back together to share their experiences, facilitated by the session’s host.
For more information about the Writing Center, please contact Jennifer Lawrence, at jlwrnc@vt.edu.