Getting started with WTS

Writing Tutorial Services (WTS) offers students one-on-one help with any phase of the writing process—from brainstorming to revising the final draft. When you visit WTS, you'll find a tutor who is a sympathetic and helpful reader of your prose.

We can help you:

  • Develop strong thesis statements
  • Develop effective outlines
  • Find and integrate credible sources
  • Identify patterns of error and fix these problems on your own
  • Understand and avoid plagiarism
  • Write effective answers to essay exam questions

Meet with a WTS Tutor to start improving your writing

Schedule an appointment for the Wells Library location

Learn how to reserve an appointment for our main location in the Wells Library (other locations are walk-in only)

Learn about drop-in tutoring sessions at our satellite locations

WTS offers drop-in tutoring sessions at several convenient campus locations

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How to Write a Thesis Statement

A thesis statement expresses the central argument or claim of your essay. Learn more in this pamphlet.

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Doctoral Dissertations & Proposals
Social Sciences & Humanities

Introduces the basic concepts necessary to craft a dissertation.

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Writing Guides

WTS writing guides help students identify common writing errors and develop skills for research and academic writing.

View all WTS Writing Guides

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