{"id":118,"date":"2015-09-17T15:24:22","date_gmt":"2015-09-17T15:24:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/?page_id=118"},"modified":"2026-06-23T11:12:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T15:12:01","slug":"writing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/writing\/","title":{"rendered":"Writing Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>The Writing Studio<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/IMG-1377-scaled-e1680097647658.jpg);\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-panel-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-panel  \"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Writing-Center-3d-photo-1.png\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/figure><article>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcome to the Writing Studio!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Our goal is to support you in the writing you do throughout your time at URI,&nbsp; and to help you become a more confident, effective writer in college and beyond. Visit us in Roosevelt Hall Room 20!<\/p>\n\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><h1>How We Support URI Writers<\/h1>\n\n<p>Consultants work with you one-on-one at any stage of writing, even if you are just getting started! We believe that all writing has the same overall goal: to communicate clearly to an audience, for a purpose. No matter what kind of assignment you are working on, peer writing consultants are trained to help you make decisions about how best to communicate your ideas through writing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><h1>Consultants can help you:<\/h1>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify your audience and purpose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brainstorm topics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop your argument<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organize and refine your ideas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen language and tone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise a draft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn effective proofreading strategies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/myapplications.microsoft.com\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/abbey-and-angie.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Schedule a Writing Consultation<\/h2><p>Consultations are <strong>25 or 50 minutes<\/strong>, available in person or online. Most sessions are one-on-one, but you can also book a group appointment for a class project. Drop-ins may be available, but we encourage you to book ahead to ensure availability.  <br><br>Schedule via <strong>AEC TutorTrac<\/strong> in <strong>Microsoft Apps <\/strong>or visit AEC Lower Level Reception in Roosevelt Hall 20.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Go To My Apps<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeskIu9FtvZt6O4plsB0e_9lrhxOvWwnAjCawNse_nx9eMdHw\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109021672373643057624\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Schedule a Class Visit<\/h2><p>Writing consultants are available for classroom and organization visits by instructor or group leader request. Typically, consultants visit for 5-10 minutes to give an overview of services and demonstrate how to book an appointment. <br><br>We can also schedule a time for you to bring your group directly to the Writing Studio for a tour, or plan a personalized workshop on a topic relevant to your course needs. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Request a visit<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/people\/student-staff\/writing-center-consultants\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/resized-xmas-2025.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Meet the Writing Studio Staff<\/h2><p><strong>Writing consultants<\/strong> are friendly, supportive peers from different majors and class years who are passionate about helping others through the writing process. <br><br>Writing consultants are trained to support and encourage students at all stages of writing, from brainstorming and outlining, to drafting and final revisions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Meet the Staff<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/work\/work-at-the-writing-center\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Work at the Writing Studio<\/h2><p>We hire new writing consultants to join our team every academic year. Consultants are undergraduates, sophomore year and above, from a variety of majors. <br><br>Applications typically open in the spring semester and new consultants start in the fall, when they participate in training and weekly staff meetings along with returning consultants.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">become a writing consultant<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/writing\/writing-resources\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/wc-square-image3.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>College Writing Resources<\/h2><p>Throughout your college career, you&#8217;ll encounter <strong>academic assignments <\/strong>and<strong> professional tasks<\/strong> that require writing in different formats, styles, and conventions. <br><br>Visit our curated list of resources for information and tips on discipline-specific writing, citation formats, and other topics.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">access commonly Used Writing resources<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/people\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Questions? Contact Us<\/h2><p>Visit the AEC Lower Level Reception desk in Roosevelt Hall room 20 for more information or assistance with scheduling. <br><br>Email: writingcenter@etal.uri.edu<br>Phone: 401-874-5839<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">contact the AEC<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/uri_fiss\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Instagram<\/h2><p>Follow us on Instagram!<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Instagram @uri_FISS<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":581,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-118","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/118","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/581"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=118"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/118\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23459,"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/118\/revisions\/23459"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=118"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}