Writing Guide & Assistance

One of the services available to St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute students is writing assistance. Writing assistance may be initiated by a student, recommended by an instructor, or mandated by a dean. The Writing Specialist is available to help students in three areas:

• in every aspect of written assignments, including understanding the assignment, choosing a subject, locating sources, crafting a thesis, planning the document, drafting the document, and revising the document;
• in preparing to take or retake the Academic Skills Assessment (ASA);
• if needed, for instruction and practice in grammar/mechanics, writing skills, reading comprehension, and critical thinking.

Consultations are normally held using Zoom. To make an appointment, contact the Writing Specialist. Students are advised to plan ahead, to start assignments well in advance, and to contact her as early as possible.