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Helpful Hints

Looking for some direction? Below you will find handouts written by our tutors to guide you through some common tasks and obstacles that all writers face. If you don't find what you need, come back again: we will be updating this site with additional handouts in the future. Is there a particular handout you would like to see? Let the Writing Center know by filling out an evaluation or sending us an e-mail.

Tips For Writing a Personal Statement

PLAGIARISM: What is it and how do I avoid it?

Some Aphorisms on Writing Thesis Statements

Trimming the Lard From Your Prose

Perk Up Your Paragraphs

Tips on Article Usage