The University Writing Center
The University Writing Center (UWC) is dedicated to fostering a community of critical writers and critical thinkers in accordance with the University’s mission to engage “high-achieving scholars” in life-changing pedagogical practices. Hence, our motto is "Writers Transform Writers!"
The UWC strives to support students in their development as confident, proficient writers and to provide high-quality service to the N.C. A&T community. To attain this goal, writing consultants support writers through in-person and online synchronous conferences and programs such as presentations, workshops, and course-embedded consultations. Because we believe writing is a way of learning, we assist writers at any stage of their writing process—prewriting, researching, drafting, revising, or publishing—and with any writing concept. Equally important, we promote evidence-based practices by integrating reading (read-aloud protocol) and writing instruction (note-taking) into our consultations, providing immediate, effective feedback, and using a process writing model.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (in-person and virtual)
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (in-person and virtual)
Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (virtual only)
During the academic year, we offer in-person and virtual consultations by appointment. Walk-ins are welcome and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis!
LOCATION
A309 General Classroom Building
APPOINTMENTS
The UWC uses a scheduling system called WCOnline.
STEPS TO REGISTER FOR AN ACCOUNT:
- Visit https://ncat.mywconline.com/
- Use your NCAT email address and password to create an account (new users).
- Create a strong password.
- Complete registration form.
- Click “Complete Registration.”
STEPS TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT:
NOTE: Upload your draft and assignment to WCOnline at least 48-hours before your assignment is due. To promote learning, we do not consult with students about an assignment on the day the assignment is due.
- Visit https://ncat.mywconline.com/
- Use your NCAT email address and password to log in.
- Select a white box to schedule a thirty-minute or a one-hour appointment.
- Click “Yes. Schedule Online Appointment” if you prefer an online appointment. On the day of your appointment,
- click on your appointment and
- click on the red link titled “Start or Join Online Consultation” to connect with a consultant.
If you need assistance or have questions, call the UWC at 336-285-3531.
If you would like to share your experience with us, complete a Student Satisfaction Survey.
FACULTY AND STAFF
To accomplish our goals of providing high-quality service to the N.C. A&T community and of supporting student writers, we would like to form a partnership with you. Click on one of the links below to complete a University Writing Center Service Form:
Classroom Visit—A writing consultant will visit your classroom for 15 minutes to introduce your students to the UWC’s services and to invite your students to the UWC.
Writing Topic Presentation—A writing consultant will visit your classroom for 50 minutes to deliver a presentation on a writing concept you are covering or will cover in class.
Writing Workshop—A writing consultant will visit your class for 50 or 90 minutes to facilitate a writing workshop that engages students in hands-on activities that will reinforce skills and strategies students can immediately apply.
Course-Embedded Consultant—One or more writing consultants will visit your class for one day or one week to help you teach a writing concept or an assignment.
Fall 2023 Writing Event for Graduate Students
Aggies Power Hour: Cultivating a Community of Graduate Students
Sept. 19 (Tues.), 11:00 am. - 1:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., 258 Bluford Library and Virtual
Sept. 30 (Sat.), 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., A103 and A109 General Classroom Building
Oct. 20 (Fri.), 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 pm., 258 Bluford Library and Virtual
Nov. 15 (Wed.), 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., 258 Bluford Library and Virtual
Register for Aggie Power Hour at least 48 hours before each session begins. To register, click on the following link: https://ncat.mywconline.com/, register for an account, and/or access the Aggie Power Hour calendar (select “in-person” or “virtual”). For additional information, email the University Writing Center at uwc@ncat.edu.
CONTACT US
336-285-3531 (phone)
www.uwc@ncat.edu (email)
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Dr. Shirley E. Faulkner-Springfield
Director
A308 General Classroom Building
sespringfield@ncat.edu (email)
336-285-3523 (phone)
