Make an Appointment
The Writing Center is open fall and spring semesters. Students can make in person or online appointments by going to WCOnline and registering with our online scheduling program. Walk-ins are always welcome as space allows. We are located on the first floor of the EY Berry Library.
We also offer online consultations for distance and online students. See below for more information.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Online Appointments
The Writing Assistance Center offers online appointments for distance students via our online scheduling system WCOnline. Below is a step-by-step breakdown of how to schedule and participate in an online appointment:
- Please use Chrome or Firefox as your browser for all online appointments.
- Go to WCOnline and register by clicking on the registration link above the log-in box.
- Once you have registered, log in to WCOnline to schedule your appointment.
- When viewing our schedule, select a white box (which reflects available times), and fill out the appointment form. You can schedule either a 30-minute or 60-minute session.
- Make sure to select “Meet Online” when making your appointment, and be careful to save your appointment. You should receive an email confirmation regarding your appointment.
- 5-10 minutes before your scheduled session, log in to WCOnline and click on your scheduled appointment which will appear in red.
- On the appointment screen, a link will appear that reads "Start or Join Online Consultation.” Click on this link, and it will take you to a chat room.
- If you want to interact with your consultant via video chat, make sure to enable your webcam and microphone by selecting “allow” at the top of the screen. Alternatively, you can use the text chat feature on the right-hand side of the screen.
- You can upload your essay by clicking on the box with arrows located at the top right side of your screen. You will use this same box to export your essay at the end of the session so you can save any alterations you make to your essay.
- You should expect to have an interactive and dynamic session with your consultant in which you discuss your assignment, writing process, and goals. Your consultant will not edit your paper for you, but they will help you gain the necessary skills to improve your writing. Enjoy your session!
eTutoring
You do not need to be present in any way for this type of appointment. Just upload your document and wait for the written feedback.
- Log in or create your profile as above
- Choose a day and time you want your essay reviewed. Be sure to click the box for eTutoring
- Upload your essay as a Word doc./docx. (Required)
- The consultant will read through and provide written comments in the margins. When they are finished, they will upload the document back into the appointment, whereupon you will receive an email notifying you that your feedback has been completed.
- After you receive notification, you can click back into your appointment to retrieve the document and view the feedback.
Contact the WAC at 605.642.6922 with any questions or for troubleshooting. We are happy to help with any part of the registration, scheduling, or appointment process. Dual Credit Students: If you are attempting to use WCOnline from your high school, you may have difficulty accessing the online chatroom due to your school's firewall settings. If you experience this issue, you might schedule your appointment for a time when you have access to a different computer/network. Or you can contact us directly for alternative options.
What We Do
The Writing Center provides BHSU students the following services:
- One-on-one consultations for any kind of writing assignment and at any stage of the writing process, including understanding an assignment, taking notes, developing a thesis, organizing the first draft, or revising and editing a final draft
- Assistance in researching, documenting sources, and avoiding plagiarism.
- Assistance in group writing projects
- Reviews of grammar and punctuation rules
- Advice on writing a résumé, application letter, or professional portfolio
- Feedback for prepared speeches and presentations
Students do not necessarily need an appointment to visit the center. The Writing Center is designed as an Open Writing Lab, a place and space for student writers to work on their essays, papers, and speeches with the added advantage of consultants on hand to offer feedback and answer questions. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows, and students are welcome to work independently and seek feedback from consultants when they are available. We have workstations and reference materials available, as well as drafting computers and access to wireless printing.
Go to this link to schedule an appointment today! If you have questions about the registration process, please call 605.642.6922 or stop by the WAC for assistance.
