Writing Center - Upper Iowa University

About the Writing Center

At the Writing Center, peer writing consultants are trained to work with you at any stage of the writing process. Our goal is to help you become a more effective, informed, and independent writer. Our services include assistance with:

Understanding assignments & criteria
Brainstorming & exploring ideas
Thesis & keywords
Outlining & drafting
Organization & structure
Research strategies
Avoiding plagiarism
Formatting & citation styles (AP, APA, Chicago, MLA)
Revising
Recognizing patterns of grammatical error
Writing across various fields of study
Test-taking strategies

Hours

Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Our Writing Center Staff

Our Writing Center staff is highly trained and eager to work with you on your next writing project!

Isabelle Bergsbaken
Senior Writing Consultant
Major: History
Meet with Izzy

Sam Jessie
Writing Consultant
Majors: Marketing & Graphic Design
Meet with Sam

Callista Rochon-Baker
Writing Consultant
Major: Psychology
Meet with Cal

Genna Chenoweth
Writing Consultant
Major: Social Science – Political Science
Meet with Genna

Kayla Veto
Writing Consultant
Major: Communication Studies – Sports Communication
Meet with Kayla

Rylee McGonigle
Writing Consultant
Major: Biology – Pre-Chiropractic
Meet with Rylee

Abigail Matula
Writing Consultant
Major: Criminal Justice
Meet with Abigail

Katie McEnery
Writing Consultant
Major: Environmental Science – Ecosystems
Minor: Creative Writing
Meet with Katie

What Students are Saying

“They explained grammar issues I’ve never understood in a way that totally makes sense to me now!”

“Super helpful writing tips, as well as an additional handout to help me with future papers!”

“At first my instructor’s feedback was really confusing. The consultant helped me understand so I could revise and do better.”

“They are formatting and citation angels!”

“I was so happy when I found the Email Tutoring Service! I had been struggling with assignments in my online classes, wondering how I could get more input. The Writing Center made it easy to get the help I needed.”

“I always go to the consultants when I have grammar or citation questions. I just feel more comfortable asking them, and they’re always so helpful.”

“When I don’t know where to start I always go to the Writing Center. They help me focus and make a plan.”

Email Tutoring

The Writing Center offers convenient, asynchronous writing consultations via our Email Tutoring Service. This service will provide you with detailed feedback for your writing project. Visit our Online Student Support page to learn more about the Email Tutoring process.

Schedule an Appointment – Virtual Consultations

Virtual Consultations – The Writing Center also offers synchronous virtual writing consultations. This service will directly connect you with one of our trained Writing Consultants.

To create an appointment with a Writing Consultant:

Go to the Login dropdown at the top of this page
Select My Account
Select Accudemia from the apps listed to log in to Accudemia
Click on Create an Appointment to the left

SELF-PACED STUDENTS: Please reach out to Dustin at [email protected] to create your Accudemia account so that you can create appointments with our consultants.

Questions?

For more information, you are invited to contact the Writing Center using the link below.

Email Me