Writing Resources | Tools & Tips

The writing center sees different types of composition every semester. On this page, you'll find resources to help guide your work through different stages of the writing process. Click on the links below to find full guides on important aspects of writing that include explanations, examples, and tips.

Where are you in the writing process?

Brainstorming
Starting from the Prompt

Ideation Strategies

Thesis Statements 
Research
Searching for Sources

Utilizing your Sources: Quoting/Paraphrasing

Conducting Outside Research
Drafting

Synthesizing Research

Outlining/Formatting

Expanding on an Outline

Writing Introductions and Conclusions


Revising

If it’s missing something...

Word Count

Getting a Second Eye

Reverse Outlining


Tips to “Lock In”

Preventing Procrastination

Setting Goals and Action Plans

Environment: Study Spots

Do you need some quick reference guides or examples?

Citation Guides

Key Words

Diction & Syntax

Punctuation

Common Field Terms

Using AI Productively

 

Are you writing something specific?

Annotated Bibliography

Emails

ePortfolio/Web Design

Literature Review

Personal Statements

Research Thesis

Rhetorical Essays


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