Writing Center staff offer workshops on writing and communication related topics during the fall and spring semesters. Undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, and staff are all welcome to participate.
Spring 2025 Writing Center Workshops
All fall 2024 Writing Center workshops will be held on Zoom. Participants will receive a link after registering.
Personal Statements that Pop!
Tuesday, February 25, 4–5 p.m.
Whether you’re applying for an internship or grad school, putting yourself out there in a personal statement can be intimidating. This workshop will help you craft a statement that really shines. We will discuss how to “brag” about yourself, what to shout about vs. what to leave out, and more! This workshop will be most helpful to UD undergraduate and graduate students who will soon be completing applications for internships, graduate programs, or scholarships that require a personal statement as part of the application process.
The Myth of the Bad Writer: Building Writing Confidence
Wednesday, March 5, 9–10 a.m.
“Sorry, I’m such a bad writer” is something tutors in the Writing Center hear all too often at the start of appointments. What if we told you there is no such thing as a bad writer? This workshop will challenge the myth of the bad writer and offer strategies to increase writers’ confidence. Participants will learn about methods that can be used to effectively outline, draft, revise, and maintain motivation throughout various projects. This workshop will be most helpful to first year college students, graduate students at the beginning of their graduate program, and multilingual writers.
Graduate Students: Presenting your Research at a Conference
Thursday, March 13, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
You’ve done the work and have data to share. How do you best communicate it in a conference talk or poster session? Participants in this workshop will learn about techniques for crafting and delivering accessible, high quality research presentations. This workshop will be helpful to graduate students from any field who are planning to present at an academic conference.
Navigating the Challenges of GenAI & Writing
Thursday, April 17, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Many writers are exploring the use of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) programs like ChatGPT during their writing process and finding great benefits. However, using these tools also raises dilemmas for students, like Am I allowed to genAI? and How should I cite ChatGPT? This workshop will review the current policies at University of Delaware as well as the latest attribution guidelines for commonly used documentation styles (MLA, APA, etc.).
It’s Not Only About What You Say: Engaging With Your Audience
Tuesday, April 22, 1–2 p.m.
Sometimes speakers spend too much time worrying about the content of their presentation, and forget to practice nonverbal methods of connecting with an audience. In this workshop, participants will learn about how to effectively engage your audience through movement, gesture, and other nonverbal communication. Workshop leaders will also give you tips on how to reduce anxiety about public speaking, so you are your most confident self! This workshop is interactive, with opportunities to try and discuss different techniques. Any member of the UD community who wants to improve their public speaking or presentation skills is welcome!