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The Randolph-Macon Writing Center
The Writing Center
We open for Spring Semester on Feb 15
Sunday-Thursday, 6 pm -11 pm
additional afternoon hours Mon-Wed, 2 pm - 6 pm
- Our tutors rock. We are staffed by students, for students. Tutors come in all shapes, interests, and backgrounds--what they share is a love of writing, a friendly attitude, and an excitement about helping you.
- Help is on the way. Feeling a bit uncertain about how to write a biology paper? Not sure about what your sociology professor is asking for? A little unclear about your organization? Are you great with grammar but not so clear on those commas? We're the ones who can help you before you turn that paper in.
- What goes on, anyway? When you come to the writing center, we set aside 45 minutes of one-on-one time to help you. If you don't need that much time, that's fine. Some people want more, and they make follow-up appointments after their first set of revisions.
- Wanting something more? We specialize in academic papers, but we do more! If you want help with an application, a short story, a submission to Dear Abby, or whatever else you come up with, we can give you feedback on that too. We also support writers through campus speakers, events, and off-campus trips. Check out our events page.
Although you can just stop by (we're open evenings), an appointment is better. You can sign up with our on-line scheduler prior to the day of the appointment.
That's the best part. We have a great crew that you can get to know. Find one you like and keep coming back for more.
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Hey! I’m Katie Newton. I love sushi, road trips and 90s rock/alternative. I am a Chemistry major, and a Women’s Studies minor. I mastered the differences between “there”, “their” and “they’re” at a very young age and have continued to improve my writing skills. Although I’m here to help with all aspects of the writing process, my specialties include content analysis and research papers. |
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My name is Elizabeth Gauthier but most people call me Liz. I am from Haiti, which is a little country in the Caribbean. I speak French, Haitan Creole, and English fluently. I am majoring in Biology, and minoring in Women's Studies and Philosophy. Unlike other writing tutors in the world, I enjoy reading and writing. If anyone ever needs to learn the basics of skateboarding or write a very nice Biology Research Report, I am your woman. Avoiding and fixing run on sentences has slowly but surely become my specialty. I also really like seeing happy, anxious, and stressed out faces at the Writing Center, so please come visit me there. Au Revoir! |
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Hey, I’m Ben Larson. I am a sophomore and am majoring in Political Science. I am a brother of Sigma Phi Epsilon and my interests include music and traveling. I am also an avid photographer and take my camera everywhere. Come see me at the Writing Center and I can help you with grammar and structure in your papers. I can help with many aspects of the writing process, especially for Political Science or History papers. |
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Hello! My name is Becky Johnsen. Currently, I am majoring in Economics/Business and Drama; it was so hard to commit to a major that I decided to try two completely new fields. Although I can help out any Econ or Fine Arts majors out there, I'm also versed in English, History, and Psychology. At any give point I am either intensely multitasking or incredibly lazy, so I understand the persistent dilemma of procrastination. That being said, no matter what stage of the writing process, no matter how daunting the assignment, we'll get it done together! |
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Hello there! My name is Jocelyn Carver and I'm an English major and Secondary Education minor here at R-MC. I'm a Maryland native from the town of Aberdeen and as such am a HUGE Ravens fan. I am also the biggest band geek that you ever will meet. Playing the piano, clarinet, and bass drum are my passions and I absolutely love 80's rock (Billy Joel is my hero). I am incredibly fun loving, but I am very serious when it comes to grammar. My friends refer to me as the "grammar police" so if you ever need a little extra help, let me know, and I'll be more than happy to help!
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Hey, my name is Eddie Tu and I’m a sophomore. I’m majoring in Mathematics and minoring in English, and I can help you out on your papers in many other subjects. I am particularly good with Biology 121/122 papers. I can help you with grammar, punctuation, and paper organization. In my spare time, I enjoy going hiking, playing a game of ping pong, billiards, or racquetball, and listening to music. |
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Hey, I'm Alex Hoskins and I am a junior and A. Purnell Bailey Ministerial Scholar here at R-MC majoring in Political Science with a minor in Elementary Education. In addition, I am a Resident Assistant and president of the Running Club. Thus, this year promises to be a busy one. However, I am strongly committed to serving any R-MC student who needs assistance or guidance in any type or aspect of writing with which he or she may be struggling. In my spare time, I work off campus at Ruby Tuesday as a server, spend time with family and friends, run regularly (I'm weird, I know), and enjoy all types of music.
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Hello, my name is Aaron Smith. I am a senior here at Randolph-Macon, majoring in History and Sociology. While those may be my best subjects, I can help students in any discipline. I enjoy trying new things, from sports, to music, to food and traveling, and I spent my junior year studying in England. Feel free to stop on by the Writing Center and let me help you learn to write focused, fluid papers.
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Hello! My name is Caroline Brown. Besides the expected reading and writing, I love playing the piano, being a member of the R-MC volleyball team, and cooking. I'm an English major/Secondary Education minor who secretly still wants to be an astronaut, but until then, my specialty is assignments that ask students to compare or contrast works of any kind. I love helping my peers no matter how big or small their problems are, so if you get a chance come visit. I would love to help in anyway I can! |
Want to know when your favorite tutor works? Check out the Fall schedule:
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Fall 2009 |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
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2-6 pm |
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Caroline |
Becky |
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6-10pm |
Caroline |
Aaron |
Alex |
Ben |
Eddie |
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7-11 |
Eddie |
Katie |
Liz |
Jocelyn |
Jocelyn |
You're ready to schedule an appointment now.
Oh, by the way, how do I find the Writing Center?
Just head up the stairs to the second floor fo the McGraw Page Library and make a U-turn. We're through the glass doors.
Now that I have an appointment, what should I bring with me?
Your paper, your assignment sheet, and some elbow grease. Be ready to work your brain and your writing arm.