Writing Resources

Formatting and Citation Basics 

• MLA
• APA
• Chicago Manual of Style
• When to Cite

Getting Started

• Understanding the Prompt
• Reading Strategies and Tips
• Writing Different Types of Essays (our handout)
• Brainstorming
• Outlining

Parts of an Essay

• The Essay Burger (our handout)
• Introductions and Conclusions
• Thesis Statements
• Topic Sentences (our handout)
• The P.I.E. Body Paragraph
• The Quote Sandwich

Editing and Revision

• Common Grammar Mistakes
• Proofreading Strategies
• Punctuation Overview (our handout)
• Getting Rid of Run-On Sentences (our handout) 

Professional Writing

• Resumes
• Cover Letters
• Personal Statement Brainstorming (our handout)