Writing Resources
Writing resources such as grammar handbooks, dictionaries, and citation style guides (including the MLA, APA, Chicago Manual, and AMA) are available in the Writing Center for student use. Students are welcome to come to the Writing Center during its open hours to use these resources. Additionally, the Writing Center has a copy of the APA manual that can be checked out in two-hour increments.
The Writing Center also recommends that faculty and students seeking information on a variety of writing-related topics consult the following Writing Center websites:
Polk Library Citing Sources Page
Purdue University OWL (online writing lab)
In addition to Writing Center sites, the web provides numerous useful sites dedicated to writing. Below is a list of selected sites that may be helpful as you work on your writing.
The International Writing Centers Association (IWCA) “was founded in 1983 to foster communication among writing centers and to provide a forum for concerns. Comprising directors and staffs of writing centers at universities, two-year colleges, and public schools, the IWCA is governed by an Executive Board that includes officers and representatives from specific regions.” On their web site, you will find information about peer tutoring, links to writing resources, job descriptions in the field, and more.
The Writing Lab Newsletter. As the website notes, this "is a forum for exchanging ideas and information about writing centers in colleges, universities, and high schools. Articles focus on challenges in directing a writing center, training tutors, using computers, designing and expanding centers, and using tutorial theory and pedagogy. In addition to articles, issues contain conference announcements, book reviews, professional news, and a column by and for tutors. The newsletter is published monthly from September to June."
National Council of Teachers of English. The National Council of Teachers of English is “devoted to improving the teaching and learning of English and the language arts at all levels of education. Since 1911, NCTE has provided a forum for the profession, an array of opportunities for teachers to continue their professional growth throughout their careers, and a framework for cooperation to deal with issues that affect the teaching of English.” From their website, you can learn about writing initiatives, upcoming conferences, research studies, and much more.
The Modern Language Association. On their website, you can learn about the MLA citation style, read about upcoming conferences, join discussion groups, and more.
