Student Resources
Below is a collection of resources that Writing Center tutors have found helpful. Be sure to visit us in person to meet with a Writing Center tutor and pick up some of our free handouts! Our handouts are created by our tutors and cover topics such as thesis statements, conclusion paragraphs, and more.
- The Essay Wheel (PDF): This resource provides definitions of various writing terms and illustrates how different aspects of writing are related.
- : This website offers materials covering everything from citation styles to major-specific writing tips.
- : The Writer's Web is a free online handbook full of writing tips and advice.
- : These guides provide concise guidelines for students writing history, philosophy, English, or psychology papers.
- : Harvard's Writing Center also offers other resources about writing to students.
- : UNC's Writing Center offers many online resources to students, from thesis handouts to videos about passive voice.
- The Writer's Reference: This book is a required resource for all first-year students at 91制片厂. If you do not have a copy of The Writer's Reference, please stop by Murray Library to borrow or review one.
- Murray Library LibGuides: These subject-specific guides provide a wealth of links and resources for students of various disciplines.
- The librarians at Murray Library are happy to help you with any questions regarding MLA, APA, or Chicago style and citation. They can also help you find sources for a research project.
- : This website offers materials covering everything from citation styles to major-specific writing tips.
- : The APA style website is the most comprehensive resource regarding APA style and citations.
- The Writer's Reference: This book doesn't just contain writing tips. It also has style guides for Chicago, APA, and MLA styles.
- : This LibGuide has a wealth of resources related to style and citations.
Helpful Hint: If you're on a subject database such as Academic Search Ultimate, look for the "Cite" button to generate a citation right on the website! Be sure to double-check these citations before using them; citation generators are prone to making mistakes.
Other Resources
- : This in-depth dictionary provides the definitions and etymologies of words.
- : This website serves as a dictionary and thesaurus.
- This online fact-checked encyclopedia has a wealth of information that can help students writing research papers. We recommend consulting this instead of Wikipedia!
- Career and Professional Development Center: Schedule an appointment or walk in to get feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other professional documents.
