Winter Quarter
Writing Lab Workshops
Access links for hybrid workshops provided in the table below. Click the hyperlink for the workshop you wish to attend at the start time listed. Please contact the ASC if you experience trouble joining a hybrid workshop online: Email us at asc@bellevuecollege.edu or call us at 425-564-2200.
| Topic | Location/Teams link | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Developing a Strong Research Question Wed. Jan 22, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (completed) | D204 or online on Teams | Learn how to evaluate and revise your research question to enhance the research and writing process. |
| Handwriting for Fun and Profit Thu. Jan. 23, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (completed) | D204 | ave fun while practicing writing and reading cursive for notetaking and learn effective notetaking techniques. Registration required |
| Personal Statements (for transfer) Wed. Jan 29, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (completed) Wed. Feb 5, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (cancelled) | D204 or join online on Teams join online on Teams | Learn how to SHOW (not tell) who you are. Examples geared towards BC students applying as transfer students to 4 year programs. |
| MLA Citations Wed. Feb. 26, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (completed) | D204 or join online on Teams | Learn how to effectively incorporate sources in your text and how to avoid common errors on your Works Cited entries. |
| How to Use Quotations Effectively Wed. Feb. 26, 6:00 – 6:30 PM (completed) | Online on Teams | Short, mini-workshop on how to appropriately incorporate quoted material into your paragraphs. |
| APA Citations Wed. Mar 5, 12:30 – 1:30 PM (completed) | D204 or join online on Teams | Learn how to cite sources in APA style and gain resources to cite sources accurately in the Reference page. |
Reading Lab Workshops
| Topic | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| TexTalk (practice reading & speaking skills) Every Wed. 4:30pm – 6:00pm (wk2-wk11) | D204 classroom | TexTalk is a workshop series for English Language Learners focused on developing reading and speaking skills through discussions and practice. |
| Finding the Main Idea Wed. Jan. 22, 11:30am – 12:20pm (completed) | D204 classroom | Learn what is a main idea, why it is important, and practice skills for finding the main idea. |
| Reading Scholarly Articles Thurs. Jan. 30, 12:30pm – 1:20pm (completed) | D204 classroom | Learn about peer-reviewed scholarly articles and discover effective strategies for reading and retaining the information in them. |
| Reading Faster Wed. Feb. 5, 11:30am -12:20pm (cancelled) | D204 classroom | Learn techniques to boost your reading speed while maintaining comprehension and discover how the brain processes text and eye movement influences reading efficiency. |
| Vocabulary in Context Wed. Feb. 12, 10:30am – 11:20am | D204 classroom | Learn how to use context clues in a text to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words. You will enhance your vocabulary skills and improve your overall reading comprehension. |
| Reading with Critical Thinking Thurs. Feb. 20, 12:30pm – 1:20pm (completed) | D204 classroom | Come learn what “critical thinking” is and how to apply critical thinking to your reading. |
| Making Inferences Wed. Feb 26, 10:30am – 11:20am (completed) | D204 classroom | Learn how to find hidden meanings in a text by using clues and evidence. It will help you understand what the author is implying, even if it’s not directly stated. |
Math Final Exam Reviews
| Review Session | Instructor | Date | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Math 098 | Minh Nguyen | Monday, March 24 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM | D240H, in-person only | Enter through ASC, room D204. |
| Math 099 | Saras Bala | Monday, March 24 | 9:30 – 11:00 AM | Zoom Meeting link Meeting ID: 819 4109 7486 Passcode: Bestwishes | OneNote link |
Workshop Video Tutorials from the Writing Lab
- Write Your Personal Statement
- Common Works Cited Errors in MLA Style
- Write a Research Question for your Research Paper
- Articles: Knowing When to Use A/An & The
Check out the Writing Lab’s YouTube Channel for more useful tips!
Last Updated January 21, 2025