As I’m sure is the norm with many students who find their academic year coming to a close during this unfortunate and unpredictable time, it can be…
Category: Writing about Writing
Lessons, tips, and reflections on being writers; especially discussing the process of composing words, different genres and their related techniques, and meaningful glimpses into their growth as authors, tutors, and readers.
What would a story be without a hero, villain, or trusty sidekick? Arguably the most important aspect of a great piece of writing, characters act as vehicles…
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Black Like Me
I come from a line of revolutionary Black women, both known and unknown to me. This letter and my actions over the past few weeks are dedicated…
After several years living away from where I grew up, I never imagined I’d be finishing my first year of grad school in my childhood bedroom. I…
I’ve long been a fan of working from home when it comes to any project that requires extensive, sustained focus and solitude. Which was sometimes the case…
My nearly three years at the Writing Center have reached their conclusion at the end of winter quarter, and I have since received my diploma and advanced…
In undergrad, I attended an open mic night at the library where people could share a reading from their favorite writer. After hearing a few of the…
I’m sure many of us have dreamed of working from home at some point during our time at the UCWbL. “Why can’t I do this from home…
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[Remote Reflections] Ava O.
My childhood bedroom has become my main office this past month! Although it isn’t great for my back, I usually do most of my UCWbL work and…
Mental Health and COVID-19 Currently, for our safety, millions of Americans are being ordered to stay at home in order to avoid catching and spreading COVID-19. With…