Calendar of Events and Workshops in the Academic Support Center
Events in October 2022
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- Avoiding Accidental Plagiarism, Writing Transfer Applications
Avoiding Accidental Plagiarism - Room 808A Avoiding Accidental Plagiarism - Room 808A
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October 3It can be easy to plagiarize unintentionally. Attend this workshop to learn when and how you should give credit to your sources. The focus will be on avoiding plagiarism, but we will also go over MLA-style citations
Presented by: Annie Liu
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808AWriting Transfer Applications - Online Writing Transfer Applications - Online
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October 3Are you transferring soon? This workshop will cover how to write a successful UC PIQs, including the Transfer PIQ, and the Common App transfer essay.
Presented by: Katie Patton
This workshop will take place: Online with ZoomTo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Log in to ASC Online 5 minutes before your workshop time.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. Click on the yellow box for the workshop that you registered for.
4. Click on the link provided to join the workshop on Zoom.Online -
- How to Fix Your Run-on Sentences and Comma Splice Errors, Run Ons and Comma Splices
How to Fix Your Run-on Sentences and Comma Splice Errors - Room 808A How to Fix Your Run-on Sentences and Comma Splice Errors - Room 808A
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October 5Many students struggle with run-ons and comma splices because they are trying to avoid using short, choppy sentences. This workshop will help you avoid these errors and connect sentences effectively. Suitable for all students.
Presented by: Heidi Guss
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808ARun Ons and Comma Splices - Room 808A Run Ons and Comma Splices - Room 808A
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October 5Many students struggle with run-ons and comma splices because they are trying to avoid using short, choppy sentences. This workshop will help you avoid these errors and connect sentences effectively. Suitable for all students.
Presented by: Heidi Guss
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808A -
- How To Incorporate Sources Using MLA
How To Incorporate Sources Using MLA - Room 808A How To Incorporate Sources Using MLA - Room 808A
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October 6Learn to use sources so that they are a part of your conversation in your essays in 3 simple steps.
Presented by: Sara Barrios
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808A -
- Annotation: Conversations with Text
Annotation: Conversations with Text - Room 808A Annotation: Conversations with Text - Room 808A
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October 17When it comes to reading actively, annotating -- making notes as you read -- is one of the most effective and important strategies available. It can be easy, too, just like having a conversation with someone! This workshop will give you strategies for annotating as you read, which will help you when you review your reading or prepare for an important post-reading assignment.
Presented by: Ashley Peters
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808A -
- Active Reading Strategies for Strong Writing
Active Reading Strategies for Strong Writing - Room 808A Active Reading Strategies for Strong Writing - Room 808A
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October 24Reading in college can be challenging, and writing on something you’ve read can be even harder. In this workshop, you’ll learn active reading strategies that will help you connect on a deeper level with texts so that you can successfully integrate them into your essays.
Presented by: Katie Patton
This workshop will take place: in 808ATo register for a Writing Center Workshop:
1. Sign in using the link below to access ASC Online with your MyGateway login. Fill out the registration form if it’s your first time. Note: Only currently enrolled students may log in and attend a workshop.
2. From the drop-down menu at the top, select “Student Success Workshops”.
3. You will see the name of the workshop on the left side and a white box for the time of the workshop on the schedule.
4. Click on the white box and fill out the form to register for the workshop.When it’s time to attend the workshop:
1. Head over to Writing Center Workshop room 808A, located in the back of the Library building
2. Check in with front desk staff
Late attendees may not be admitted into the workshop so please plan to arrive early.Room 808A