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Writing Center FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)What should I bring with me to a consultation? What can I expect from a Writing Center visit? What kinds of writing does the Writing Center help with? How long does a consultation usually take? Will the Writing Center edit or proofread my paper for me? Is there a limit on how many pages I can expect to cover in a single consultation? Can I reserve a repeating appointment time? Can I bring a take-home essay exam to the Writing Center? What if I need to cancel or change an appointment? What if I miss an appointment? What should I do if I have difficulties with the scheduling software? What if I can't find any open appointments on the schedule?
Most importantly, take some time to think about what you want to accomplish in the session; listing your specific questions for the consultant is very helpful. Bring your printed draft (if you have one yet), the assignment description, articles, books, and other references that you're using along with note paper and a pencil. When you’re reserving the appointment, be as detailed as possible in explaining the purpose of your visit. Try to show up five minutes before the appointment time so you’re ready to start on-the-hour.
You will meet one-to-one with a consultant who is professionally trained to teach collegiate writing. We’ll discuss your specific writing concerns and provide feedback and suggestions. Writing Center consultations can take place at any stage of writing from planning through revision. We work with CU students, faculty, staff and alumni in all disciplines and skill-levels.
We help with all kinds of writing: class assignments, thesis and dissertation chapters, scholarly articles, popular articles, business letters, grants, proposals, lab reports, resumes/CVs, cover letters, and personal statements. We also help faculty to design and revise more effective writing assignments for students.
Appointments begin on-the-hour and last 50 minutes. You’re limited to 50 minutes per day and 100 minutes per week to ensure fair availability for all of our clients.
No, but we will teach you how to recognize your errors and improve your ability to edit and proofread your own writing. We’re always happy to answer specific grammar and style questions.
No. As the writer, it‘s your responsibility to learn and understand the concepts about which you’re writing. The Writing Center is here to help you communicate those ideas more clearly and effectively. If you're having difficulty understanding a concept from your class, please visit with the professor or T.A. during office hours for assistance.
We request that you bring in no more than ten pages per session. For longer term papers, theses, etc., we recommend making multiple appointments with the same consultant to allow for adequate time to meet your writing needs.
Please contact us if you’re interested in the possibility of a repeating appointment time. Due to limited resources and great demand for our services, we cannot guarantee a repeating reservation, but we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs. Email wrtghelp@colorado.edu or call 303-735-6906.
Yes, but in observance of the Honor Code, you must provide written permission from your professor before we can consult with you. As with any other paper, we provide instruction to help you make informed choices about your writing and rhetoric; we do not offer instruction about any other subjects or concepts. Your professor can send proof of consent to wrtghelp@colorado.edu or call 303-735-6906.
Sometimes, but we strongly suggest making your appointments at least a few days in advance. The Writing Center tends to be busiest in the morning, early afternoon and on Sundays. During midterms and finals, appointments should be made well in advance. We no longer offer walk-in hours, but if you stop by and there's a time slot open, you're welcome to make an appointment on the spot.
Please be sure to login to our scheduling page and open "My Control Panel." You'll see a list of appointments you've made. Next to each appointment are “modify” and “delete” options.
Sometimes missing an appointment is unavoidable. If you miss an appointment without canceling it, please send an email to wrtghelp@colorado.edu to let us know what happened. If you fail to contact us, it will be counted as a "no-show." *Two no-shows may result in your appointment privileges being locked.
We strongly suggest showing up five to ten minutes BEFORE your appointment so that you're prepared to start right away at your scheduled time. If you're more than ten minutes late to an appointment, we reserve the right to give away your time slot to someone else. If you're running late, please call us at (303)735-6906. We can hold your appointment for up to fifteen minutes.
Try using the help function on the scheduling site first. If this does not help, call us at (303)735-6906 or send an email to wrtghelp@colorado.edu . If you're on campus, stop by the Writing Center and we'll be glad to help.
If you're near Norlin Library and want to work with us the same day, stop in and ask to be on the stand-by list. This means that you'll get first priority if someone fails to arrive for a schedule appointment or cancels that day. You have to be physically present to be on the stand-by list, so bring something to work on while you wait. We have computers with MS Office available for student use. If you're looking for something in the next few days, check back on the schedule often because it changes frequently. You can often find same-day cancellations by checking the schedule before 11am. Sign up for the waiting list feature on the scheduling page; it will send you an email if a time opens on the day you've requested.
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