The Centre for Academic Writing offers practical instruction in all aspects of writing to all students in the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Fine Arts, the Faculty of Graduate Studies, and the Schulich School of Business. Some tutors specialize in working with ESL students, and in working with students who have disabilities affecting language learning and language skills. The chief method of instruction is individual tutoring where sessions usually last 25 or 50 minutes.

We now also offer electronic tutoring, and this year CAW tutors will provide drop-in instruction in the new Learning Commons on the second floor of the Scott Library. The Centre offers credit courses and a number of group workshops that deal with the major elements of effective essay writing. The website provides students with up-to-date information about the Centre for Academic Writing activities, and links to academic resources, such as style guides, dictionaries, an encyclopedia, and an on-line writing center.

News:

Ron Sheese is the new chair of the Centre for Academic Writing.

Interview with John Spencer (PDF)

Michael Whealen August 30, 1951 March 10, 2009