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Thursday, September 26, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Grammar Studio III: Clarity at the sentence level

Explore the ways that words and phrases fit together. Build simple and complex sentences. Learn how to spot your own mistakes. Make your writing flow.

This four-part summer series welcomes undergraduate and graduate students at all levels of experience to explore the mechanics of English, experiment with how its pieces fit together, and practice proofreading and editing.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Clarity in Scientific Writing

The best scientific writing is clear, concise and easily comprehended by its intended audience. Learn skills for writing in the sciences, including identifying and correcting common errors to write with precision and fluidity. We will work through several examples to apply the skills you learn in the workshop.

Register for the workshop through GoSignMeUp.

Tuesday, September 24, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Tri-Agency Scholarships (NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR)

Facilitated by previous tri-agency award recipients, this workshop addresses how to plan and write the critical research proposal portions of your SSHRC, NSERC, or CIHR application. Discuss the key components of research proposals. Learn how to communicate your research plan and your credentials with confidence and clarity. The workshop component will last for approximately two hours, but facilitators will remain for the final thirty minutes to answer specific questions and give brief feedback.

Thursday, September 19, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Grammar Studio II: Sentence structure and punctuation

Explore the ways that words and phrases fit together. Build simple and complex sentences. Learn how to spot your own mistakes. Make your writing flow.

This four-part summer series welcomes undergraduate and graduate students at all levels of experience to explore the mechanics of English, experiment with how its pieces fit together, and practice proofreading and editing.

Thursday, September 12, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Grammar Studio I: The most common grammar trouble spots

Explore the ways that words and phrases fit together. Build simple and complex sentences. Learn how to spot your own mistakes. Make your writing flow.

This four-part summer series welcomes undergraduate and graduate students at all levels of experience to explore the mechanics of English, experiment with how its pieces fit together and practice proofreading and editing.

Two journals and two pencils on a white desk.
Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Managing self-care through self-reflective journal writing

Life is a balancing act and sometimes it can really test our perseverance. We are constantly juggling and multitasking a number of different things from work, assignments, plans with friends, personal downtime- you name it. There can be so much on your plate that it’s hard to prioritize your mental well-being. When this happens, it’s time to take a step back and practice some self-care strategies.

Man sitting at a desk with his laptop and his notebook beside him.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019

The power of synonyms: the good, the bad, and the in-between

When it comes to writing, every word has an impact and brings meaning along with it. In our assignments, our job is to take these different meanings and weave them together to be clear, engaging, and provide information to our audiences. Yet, when we get stumped or feel like our work is getting too repetitive, we turn to Google or Microsoft Word to help find synonyms. Sometimes this can work wonders, but other times it can have negative repercussions.

Man typing on his laptop.
Friday, May 31, 2019

Tips and tricks on how-to write a professional email

Ever email your professor or employer and click the send button, only to realize seconds later it was littered with typos and grammar mistakes?

The art of professional email writing can be challenging if you’re not too sure where to start. Learning the dos and don’ts of what to include will not only steer you in the right direction but help you develop your professional persona. Having a professional voice in writing and in speech is important because it establishes how you want to be perceived. There are so many ways you can let your professional side shine, and emails are one of them.

Hand holding a clock.
Monday, May 27, 2019

Entering the coming-of-age world one plot-point at a time

Think back in time to the you who was fresh out of high school, with the world at your feet and the presence of the unknown looming over your head. Now think about the you of today, of the person you’ve become and the milestones you’ve achieved to get to this point time. The in-between of then and now is your own personal story full of twists, turns and hurdles. All the places you’ve been, the connections you’ve made, and the knowledge you’ve acquired can all be classified under one genre: coming-of-age.