The Housatonic Community College Writing Center
@ the Academic Support Center (ASC)
To view our current hours or make an appointment, visit:
https://www.housatonic.edu/academic-support/writing-center
What We Do:
GUIDE students through the writing process;
SHARE our favorite writing strategies and resources;
PROVIDE samples for students to reference;
TEACH students grammar, proofreading, and correct citation style;
HELP students set goals for continuous improvement.
Our Services:
One-on-One
Students get 45 minutes of individual, one-on-one help with writing assignments.
Online Live Tutoring Using Microsoft Teams:
Once the appointment is scheduled, student will receive an invitation to a meeting with their tutor on Microsoft Teams. They can share documents while they meet with the tutor.
Writing Lab:
Designed for independents writers, our Writing Lab provides tutor-supervised independent writing space.
eTutoring:
Students who prefer to receive feedback on writing assignment drafts (for any class, at any stage of the writing process) via email can submit a request to the Writing Center for etutoring by clicking here.
Preparing For Your Appointment:
Your tutor will need:
Your assignment instructions
Your essay draft
Any other materials or professor’s feedback that might be useful
Any problem areas or questions/concerns you have
Website Writing and Editing Credits:
Sherly Montes
Emily Petrizzi
Karyn Smith