Writing Center
The Writing Center offers feedback on any type of writing, at any stage in planning or drafting. Students visit us to work on all sorts of writing issues such as grammar and language, punctuation, paper structure and citations. The Writing Center is only open during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Schedule an Appointment
The Writing Center is open until the end of term
NYU Florence's Writing Center consultants are happy to work in person or remotely with students.
Reach out and schedule an appointment!
If you cannot find availability on our calendar, please write to us at florence.writingcenter@nyu.edu
Where & When
The Writing Center is located in Aula Belvedere, second floor of Villa Ulivi.
Consultants are available Mondays and Wednesdays, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
How Does It Work?
The Writing Center allows students to:
select an appointment that suits their schedule.
submit a draft up to 2 hours before the session.
attend a 30 min session with an experienced consultant to discuss the draft in detail. Sessions vary, but may include discussions concerning grammar, punctuation, citations, structure and content of papers.
What to Expect
What to Expect
To work and think
To be treated with respect
To focus on areas of concern to you
To retain authority over your text
To receive feedback at any stage in the writing process, on any type of writing, except exams, unless the Writing Center has received permission directly from your professor.
What Not to Expect
To have your writing corrected or edited
To be guaranteed a good grade
To receive judgement about the validity of your grades
To have your work done for you
Your Consultants
Jaqueline Miranda
Hello! My name is Jaqueline Miranda. I am originally from Houston, TX, but I have been living in Florence for 2 years now. I have a Bachelor's and Master's in Psychology and teach Psychology at Florida State in addition to working at NYU as a Consultant. In my free time I enjoy reading, cooking, hiking, and various creative hobbies!
Urvija Bhargava
Hello! This is Urvija Bhargava and I am a Social Psychology graduate from the University of Florence. I have quite a lot of experience with academic writing and research and I very much enjoy being a part of an international community, such as the NYU Florence. I look forward to helping the new generation of students achieve more confidence in their writing skills and express their ideas! Hopefully I will see you at the Writing Center :)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Writing Center?
The Writing Center is located in Aula Belvedere on the second floor of Villa Ulivi at NYU Florence. However, it also offers sessions remotely via zoom.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Please schedule an appointment from the NYU Student Portal or email: florence.writingcenter@nyu.edu
Appointment options appear at unusual times, is this normal?
No, it is not normal!
For students in Florence, make sure your Google Calendar settings are set to the Central European Time Zone (Calendar settings - Time zone - Italy).
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring a hard copy of your assignment or your notes, your assignment instructions, and any specific questions.
How should I prepare for my upcoming appointment?
Please upload the paper that you wish to discuss at least 2 hours before your appointment. This draft can take many forms: a list of ideas or outline, rough paper in its initial stages, well-polished assignment. Submitting your work in advance is crucial; it enables your Consultant to carefully review and reflect upon it before your session.
May I submit my resume?
We are happy to also give feedback on non-course work such as resumes, letters of motivation.
Please note that the Wasserman Center for Career Development is also available to students.
How often may I attend the Writing Center?
Students may attend one session per day.
How many papers can I submit per session?
We ask students to submit one paper per session.
Does the Writing Center get busy? If I can’t get an appointment, is there an alternative?
The Writing Center usually gets busy as midterms approach and at the end of every semester. During this period, students should also consider the possibility of remote tutoring via the main NYU campus. As part of NYU’s Expository Writing Program in the College of Arts and Science, the Global Writing Center offers writing support for any student in NYU’s Global Network. Please email: writingcenter@nyu.edu or consult https://cas.nyu.edu/content/nyu-as/cas/ewp/writing-center.html
How do I cancel an appointment?
If you cannot avail of your scheduled appointment, it is important that you cancel it at least 6 hours prior to the starting time on the appointment platform. This will make the space available to others. Please note that students who fail to cancel or simply do not attend their scheduled appointment (2 or more times) will be denied access to the service for two weeks. Appointments are non transferable i.e. a student may not pass his/her appointment to another student.
Alternative Resources Consultants
The Writing Center usually gets busy as midterms approach and at the end of every semester.
During this period, students should also consider the possibility of remote tutoring via the main NYU campus.
As part of NYU’s Expository Writing Program in the College of Arts and Science, the Global Writing Center offers writing support for any student in NYU’s Global Network. Please email: writingcenter@nyu.edu or consult The College of Arts and Science Writing Center
The Arts and Science Liberal Studies Writing Center in New York also provides additional services for international Liberal Studies students. Please see The Academic English for Liberal Studies Program for more information.