Workshops

All college success workshops will be in person at the Tutoring and Learning Center on Thursdays from 10am-11am. Days and times for Fall 2025 will be posted soon!

Time Management and Goal Setting

Thursday September 11, 2025, 10-11am

Location: Tutoring and Learning Center

Together, we will kick off the semester exploring the value of goal setting. We will explore proven strategies and techniques that can help clarify objectives, overcome obstacles, and take steps toward meaningful progress.  Topics we cover will include identifying your core values and passions, setting SMART Goals, and managing your time effectively.  Our goal is to set you up for a win for the semester and beyond.

Note-Taking Strategies

Thursday September 18, 2025, 10-11am

Location: Tutoring and Learning Center

For this workshop, we will dive into note-taking benefits, methods, and tools.  We will focus on strategies based on your unique learning style.  We will also cover the importance of organization, preparation, and utilizing various methods.  Our goal is for you to walk away ready to be a successful note-taker that can capture more important information, have a more robust understanding of material, and be more prepared for exams and assignments.  Class loads can be challenging enough on their own, so we hope this is a way to help eliminate preventable stress and confusion.

Study Skills

Thursday September 25, 2025, 10-11am

Location: Tutoring and Learning Center

This workshop aims to boost your study skills by providing proven techniques and tips to help you along your academic journey.  We will focus on preparation in and out of the classroom, building external structures, and effective ways to ask for help. Regardless of your learning style, there is a study strategy for you!

Motivation and Mindset

Thursday October 2, 2025, 10-11am

Location: Tutoring and Learning Center

Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip you with the mindset and tools to maximize your academic potential and bring out your best as a student. We'll explore what motivates you, how to develop a growth mindset for continuous improvement, and proven strategies to boost focus and productivity. We’ll also learn practical techniques to manage stress and avoid burnout. Whether you're just starting college or looking to level up, the goal of this session is to give you the clarity, confidence, and habits to succeed.

All Writing Assistance workshops will be online via Zoom at the times and dates listed below.

Planning Essays and Research Papers

Wednesday September 3, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will discuss how to approach writing essays and research papers. We will go over the importance of pre-writing activities and outlines, in addition to suggestions for how to pace yourself and stay organized and focused on the requirements in the prompt. There will be an opportunity to practice, so bringing a prompt for a current assignment is encouraged.

Thesis Statements and Topic Sentences

Wednesday September 10, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will offer extra practice for writing a thesis statement and topic sentences. We will review what they are as well as offer an opportunity to fine-tune those important writing skills. Bringing a current assignment for this practice is encouraged.

Plagiarism: Academic Integrity + AI Considerations

Wednesday September 17, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will explain what is considered plagiarism in college. Students will learn tips to avoid plagiarizing through quizzes and discussion. It will highlight academic integrity, touch on the importance of adhering to writing style format rules, and offer crucial considerations before using AI.

MLA Style Format

Wednesday October 1, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will cover what the MLA writing style format is and how to write in accordance with that style. We will review document setup and how to cite the most commonly used sources for in-text citations and the Works Cited page. We will also touch on the dangers of using citation generators and good resources for students who are being asked to write in MLA. Bringing a current assignment will be helpful.

APA Style Format

Wednesday October 8, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will cover what the APA writing style format is and how to write in accordance with that style. We will review document setup and how to cite the most commonly used sources for in-text citations and the References page. We will also touch on the dangers of using citation generators and good resources for students who are being asked to write in APA. Bringing a current essay assignment will be helpful.

Timed Essay Writing

Wednesday October 15, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will go over tips to prepare students for essay exams. We will review common organizational patterns that are often used for written tests, in addition to explaining how to approach writing for each pattern. Tips will also be discussed for how to prioritize the time allowed for in-class essays, as well as suggestions for how to practice writing with time restraints. 

Revising + Editing Essays

Wednesday November 5, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop will offer tips for revising and editing writing assignments. Students will learn the difference between revising and editing, as well as how to break up the process so it is less overwhelming and more productive. Coming prepared with a draft for a current assignment is encouraged.           

Writing Basics + Quick Tips

Wednesday November 12, 2025, 11-12 pm

This workshop addresses common areas for improvement in writing. It will highlight frequent issues with grammar and style, as well as offer solutions for quick fixes. Coming prepared with a writing sample or current assignment is encouraged.