In addition to individual writing instruction, the Writing Department offers a number of workshops on specific aspects of writing. In Fall 2024, the Writing Centre is offering online, synchronous writing workshops on Zoom. Simply browse through our calendar and select the event you wish to attend for more details. All Writing Centre workshops are free to attend.
Personal Statements & Grants Writing Club
Enhance your chances of success with the guidance of a seasoned writing instructor and valuable feedback from your peers.
There's no need to register—just drop in when you can. We recommend attending weekly sessions until your application is polished and ready for submission.
Are you gearing up for a graduate program application that demands a compelling personal statement or letter of intent?
Crafting a standout personal statement is challenging. You must capture the attention of the admissions committee within a limited word count by aligning your personal, professional, and academic experiences with what the program seeks in candidates.
Achieving this requires multiple drafts and feedback from multiple readers.
Are you writing a SSHRC or OGS grant application that demands a compelling description of your research project?
Crafting a concise, cogent, and exciting description of your research project for non-specialists is a challenge! Your project needs to appear well-informed, judicious, and eminently do-able.
Achieving this requires multiple drafts and feedback from multiple readers.
Summer 2024
All workshops run on Tuesdays, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Analyze your Assignment
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What is your Professor looking for? Find how to best approach your assignments and develop your ideas!
Research Methods
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Discover how to secure, analyze, and use accurate sources! And how should you use new AI tools like ChatGPT in the university context-or should you at all? Come and find out!
Constructing an Argument
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Make your arguments clear and direct. Elevate your writing by devising a university level thesis!
Introducing Quotes and Citations
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Improve your transitions by taking advantage of signal phrases and learning to credit your sources both in-text and in references (APA Style).
Organizing your Essay
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Enhance your technique by identifying the best composing method for you. Discover your writing style to turn those points into paragraphs and into a full draft!
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Questions?
For general inquiries, email us at lapswrit@yorku.ca.