Reading and Writing Labs

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Peer and professional reading and writing tutoring support.

Writing Lab

Tutors can help with:

  • Written class assignments
  • Personal statements

Learn More: What to expect from a tutoring session?


Drop-in Tutoring

Visit anytime during open hours to meet with a tutor.

On-Campus Hours in Room D204
  • Mon. – Thurs. 8 AM – 6 PM
  • Fri: 8 AM – 3:30 PM
Online Hours in Microsoft Teams
  • Mon. – Thurs. 9 AM – 6 PM
  • Fri: 9 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Sat. – Sun. 11 AM – 4 PM

Learn More: How to Use Writing Lab Online Tutoring.

Appointment Tutoring

Schedule ahead to meet with a tutor on various topics.

Learn More: How to Use Writing Lab Microsoft Bookings to Make an Appointment.

Reading Lab

Get Help With:
  • Understanding readings and assignments
  • Strategies to read faster and improve comprehension
  • Reading scholarly articles

Appointment Tutoring

Schedule ahead to meet with a Reading Lab Instructor.

Workshops | Resources

Workshops:

Specialized sessions in writing, reading, and language. Open to all students.

Current Reading Workshops:
  • TexTalk (weekly reading and discussion practice for English learners)
  • Finding the Main Idea
  • Reading Faster
  • Vocabulary in Context
  • Making Inferences
  • Reading Scholarly Articles
  • Reading with Critical Thinking

Faculty: Request a Custom Workshop! Share your students’ reading challenges, and our instructors will create a tailored session.

Current Writing Workshops:
  • Writing Personal Statements
  • Developing a Research Question
  • MLA Style Citation
  • How to Use Quotations Effectively
  • APA Style Citation

Learn More: Visit our Workshop Page!


Online Resources from Excelsior:

eTutoring Online Writing Lab:

Submit your paper to receive feedback from an eTutor!


More Resources for Reading and Writing:

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Writing Lab Chair

Karrin Peterson

Reading Lab Chair

Ethan Anderson

Last Updated February 11, 2025