Calendar of Events and Workshops in the Academic Support Center

Events in February 2022

  • - Developing Introductions
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    Developing Introductions -

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    February 8

    You only have one chance to make a first impression, and the same holds true for writing. If the pressure to begin your writing effectively produces anxiety or writer’s block, come to this workshop for ideas, strategies, and suggestions for writing strong introductions. Students are encouraged to bring drafts of essays they are writing.
    Presented by: Michael Schulze

    To 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.

     
  • - Effectively Integrating Evidence for Essays
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    Effectively Integrating Evidence for Essays -

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    February 11

    Do you have an essay looming? Having trouble deciding what evidence to include? This workshop will introduce you to strategies for finding relevant and convincing evidence in sources. Most appropriate for students working on essays that require sources.
    Presented by: Meg O’Rourke

    To 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.

     
  • - How to Develop Strong Body Paragraphs
    How to Develop Strong Body Paragraphs -

    How to Develop Strong Body Paragraphs -

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    February 14

    Many writers have a wealth of ideas yet struggle to organize them into focused and cohesive sections, or “paragraphs.” This workshop will help you strategically develop and place your ideas, arguments, and evidence into clear and robust paragraphs.
    Presented by: Corinne Garcia

    To 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.

     
  • - Building Test Taking Confidence Online
    Building Test Taking Confidence Online -

    Building Test Taking Confidence Online -

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    February 22

    Want to learn some test taking skills and gain confidence in taking your online exams?  Then register for this live workshop for some tips and strategies to help you with exams online.

    To register for a Student Success 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.
     
  • - Using Adjective and Adverb Clauses for Strong Sentences, We Are Here to Help: Connecting Students to Virtual Campus Resources
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    Using Adjective and Adverb Clauses for Strong Sentences -

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    February 23

    This workshop helps students write more complex sentences utilizing adjective and adverb clauses. Students will learn different phrases to increase their sentence variety.
    Presented by: Arthur Hui

    To 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.

     
    We Are Here to Help: Connecting Students to Virtual Campus Resources -

    We Are Here to Help: Connecting Students to Virtual Campus Resources -

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    February 23

    To register for a Student Success 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.

     
  • - Reading Strategies for all Disciplines
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    February 24

    This workshop will introduce you to research-based reading comprehension strategies proven to be effective for all learners. These strategies can be applied to any assigned readings such as textbook chapters, books, essays, journal articles, etc.
    Presented by: Stephanie Piazza

    To 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.

     
  • - How To Fix Your Run on Sentences and Comma Splice Errors
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    How To Fix Your Run on Sentences and Comma Splice Errors -

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    February 25

    Many 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

    To 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.

     

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