Student Resources and Consultation Information

Student Resources and Consultation Information

 

Benefits of Meeting with a Writing Center Lab Instructor 

Writing Center Lab Instructors are trained to read academic writing critically and provide feedback that helps students strengthen their ideas and written communication. Students can receive guidance on organization, development of ideas, clarity, and overall effectiveness. Consultations provide an opportunity to discuss writing, explore revision strategies, and build confidence throughout the writing process. 

 

Online Writing Assistance 

The University Writing Center offers online and virtual consultation options to provide flexible support for students. Students may email their papers to the ASU email addresses of the Lab Instructors and arrange virtual consultations based on their individual needs and schedules. Because Lab Instructors provide support during regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., responses to emails and requests for virtual consultations will be addressed during those hours. Through these consultations, Lab Instructors provide guidance, feedback, and instructional support that help students improve organization, clarity, grammar, and overall writing effectiveness while developing the skills necessary for independent revision and editing. 

 

Scheduling a Writing Consultation

Scheduling a Writing Center consultation is easy. Students may use the appointment link included in Writing Center appointment campaign emails, contact a Lab Instructor by email, or stop by the Writing Center to schedule an appointment. Students are also welcome to visit the Center without an appointment, and walk-in consultations will be provided as availability allows.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Paterson Hall, Room 143
Phone: 334-601-9114

 

Confidentiality of Writing Consultations 

Writing Center consultations are confidential. Information discussed during a consultation is not routinely shared with course instructors. However, some course instructors may require students to utilize Writing Center services as part of a course assignment and may request verification of attendance. In such cases, Writing Center personnel may provide documentation of student visits, appointment attendance, or participation as required by the course. Students will be informed when consultation records or attendance verification are requested as part of a course requirement.

 

Feedback and Evaluation of Student Writing 

Writing Center consultations focus on strengthening writing skills and improving written communication. Lab Instructors provide feedback on organization, clarity, development of ideas, and writing conventions; however, evaluation and grading remain the responsibility of the course instructor. The Center's role is to support student learning and growth as writers. Because course professors establish assignment requirements and grading criteria, students should follow their professor's directions and preferences. Writing Center feedback is intended to complement, not replace, course requirements or instructor expectations.

 

Contact Information 

The University Writing Center is located in Paterson Hall, Room 143. Students are encouraged to contact the Center for information about services, scheduling, consultations, workshops, and other academic writing support. 

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Paterson Hall, Room 143 
Phone: 334-601-9114