About us
At the heart of our work, the Marian E. Wright Writing Center helps students with their writing and speaking projects. We act as a bridge between students and instructors, writers and readers, and a writer and their ideas. When a student spends time with a tutor, they learn how to generate, discuss, revise, and share their ideas with others in ways that are meaningful and articulate. Your Giving Blueday gift to the Marian E. Wright Writing Center Gifts Endowment Fund greatly contributes to this important work.
Since 1971, the Marian E. Wright Writing Center has made a difference to thousands of students thanks to the dedication of 300+ student-tutors over the years. Hear their stories.
Student testimonials
J. Scott: The Writing Center became my best friend. Working with them on my thesis helped me learn how to professionally formulate my thoughts into words and write eloquently, but they showed me how to have fun writing and gave me confidence in an area that I have always struggled with. The result of their help was a beautifully crafted 'graduate level' thesis paper that I am still amazed I was able to accomplish. I can't thank them enough!!
S. Farrar: It has changed my life. I was apprehensive about utilizing this resource. Feeling self-conscious and having no desire to overcomplicate assignments were some of the reasons I justified not making an appointment. The tools I’ve gained will carry over into graduate school. I am proud of what I have written; I know others can also experience a paradigm shift in their approach to writing.
Dr. Carothers: The Writing Center played a major role in me achieving my doctorate; and for that I am forever grateful! I appreciate you allowing me to have access to the writing center throughout my dissertation journey. Much appreciation for everything!
A. Bishop: The Writing Center is important because it makes assignments and applications less stressful. Every time I go there, I gain a lot of perspective and encouragement from the tutors, which is much appreciated!”
Tutor testimonials
M. Carpenter-Sauvie: Working in the writing center has not just improved my skills as a writer and tutor, but also as a person. I walked away from the experience with newfound interpersonal/social skills, professionalism, patience, and humility. I have been told by many of the experienced workers in my life that I should have at least "one retail job" so I can become a more understanding person. I, however, think that everyone should go to a Writing Center (at least) once in their lives so they can reap the same benefits!
C. Mraz: My time as a tutor was one of my favorite jobs. The writing center allowed me to make friends and create meaningful interactions with students while helping them with their writing.
Faculty Testimonial
W. Tremaine: The quality of students’ work shows marked improvement working with the tutors. Jacob and Vicky have gone above and beyond to collaborate with me to develop meaningful experiences tailored to students’ needs and my course objectives. I am grateful we have their expertise available to both faculty and students!
Your gift continues this great work.
Please note: Contributions added to an existing endowed fund, and distributions from the Fund will be made in accordance with the University’s then existing endowment distribution policy and used and administered as provided in the documents establishing the Fund
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