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Writing Center

About

The Writing Center is a free tutorial service for Íæż½ã½ã students. Working individually with students, tutors offer assistance with any type of written work by talking through assignments, asking questions, and discussing recurring errors. Students can choose to visit a center for a face-to-face session, schedule an online session that is live with video and audio, or submit their completed work for written feedback.

Regardless of the subject, assignment, or stage of the process, all Íæż½ã½ã students, faculty, and employees are invited to use the resources available in the Writing Center. The ultimate goal of the Writing Center is to help students become independent, confident, and proficient writers.

We can help!

  • Brainstorming, selecting a topic, researching, or outlining
  • Generating content or getting past writer’s block
  • Revising drafts of an essay, research paper, speech, presentation, or report
  • Documenting and citing sources in MLA and APA format
  • Filling out a college, job, or scholarship application
  • Drafting a resume or cover letter
  • Tackling recurring grammatical issues with practice and handouts

We also provide:

  • Opportunity and training for students to become peer tutors
  • Laptop computers for use within the center
  • Group workshops or classroom visits on specific topics
  • Writing-themed events, such as Open Mic and Poetry Club
  • A comfortable, judgment-free atmosphere for student writing

Tutors Wanted

  • Earn transferable English credit
  • Gain valuable work experience
  • Create long-lasting relationships
  • Have a small income on campus

Contact the appropriate center to enroll in the peer tutor training course!

Online Scheduling

Our online scheduling service permits students to reserve an appointment in advance even though walk-ins are welcome when a tutor is available. More information about scheduling an appointment can be accessed through the Íæż½ã½ã library’s .

Students at the Nursing Allied Health Center are encouraged to utilize the Jackson Writing Center for assistance. Students enrolled online or dual-enrolled students are welcome to use any Center’s services.

Jackson

Rankin

Raymond

Utica

Vicksburg

Contact

Raymond
Ms. Cynthia Whittington
Director
McLendon Library, Room 222A
601-857-3356
Jackson
Ms. Nubia Johnson
Coordinator
Bivins Hall, Room 129
601-987-8132
Rankin
Dr. Carmen Abston
Coordinator
George Wynne Hall, Rm 212
601-936-1857
Utica
Ms. DeShanna Dixon, MS
Coordinator
George E. Barnes Technology Building, Room 203-C
601-885-7091
Vicksburg
Ms. Mahpharah Khan
Coordinator
Joe Loviza Multipurpose Building, Room 60
601-619-2853