Writing workshops
Writing workshops for undergraduate and graduate students, offered through Writing and Learning, provide interactive, skill-focused support for graduate-level academic writing. Led by experienced Graduate Writing Specialists, the workshops address a range of topics, such as thesis-writing, grant proposals, literature reviews, revision strategies, managing burnout, academic integrity, and the responsible use of AI. The sessions offer practical strategies that graduate students can apply directly to their own writing projects.
Service Offerings
- Writing workshops for graduate students
- Thesis and dissertation writing support
- Grant proposal writing (SSHRC/NSERC)
- Literature review writing guidance
- Editing and revision strategies
- Support for managing burnout, procrastination, and writer’s block
- Academic integrity and plagiarism guidance
- Responsible use of AI in academic writing
Location
2-10 Cameron Library (CL)
Hours of Operation
September- April: Monday - Friday: 8:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
May - August: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed 12 to 1 p.m.
May - August: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed 12 to 1 p.m.
What to Expect
Graduate students can expect information about a particular genre of academic writing. Workshops address different parts of the writing process. Workshops include examples and strategies.Cost
No charge for serviceSpecial Conditions
- Register in advance through campusBRIDGE
- Attend only sessions you are registered for
- Come prepared with writing questions or project
- Workshops are instructional, not individual editing sessions
- Attendance may be limited; register early
- Provide at least 24 hours' notice when cancelling or rescheduling
Contact
wlcentre@ualberta.caAudience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students
Home Campus: All
Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Virtual/Phone Meeting
Access: Scheduled Events
Service Provider: Student Success & Experience (SSE)
Language: English