Writing Support for Graduate Students

Last week we blogged about writing resources for undergraduate students. This week, we want to tell you about our collaboration with NYU's School of Continuing and Professional Studies. College of Nursing MS, DNP, and PhD students now have access to free tutoring to improve writing skills!

Even graduate students need help with writing papers.  The craft of writing does not come easy to everyone, so whether you've been out of school for a while, or have always struggled with putting your thoughts down on paper - this free service will help you. Individual tutoring sessions are matched to your availability including evening and weekend hours.

To set up an appointment call: 212.992.9055.  Identify yourself as a graduate nursing student, provide your name, student ID number and your availability.  Evening and weekend hours are an option. At this point only appointments made by phone will be taken.

Location: McGhee Tutoring Services 7E 12^th Street, 6^th Floor

Things to keep in mind:

• Tutors are not editors, proofreaders, graders, etc. They will provide feedback on your writing style, and in cases where grammar or sentence structure need to be addressed, they will work with you on those rules.

• Schedule appointments ahead of time so you can make any necessary changes to your work and turn assignments in on time.

• If you're working on a draft, bring two copies. One for you, one for the tutor.

• Come prepared with questions, information about a particular assignment, copies of a paper with teacher comments, any related notes or research. 

• Students are allowed a maximum of 5 hours of tutoring per semester. 

• Open to graduate students only.

If you have any specific questions about writing skills tutoring please email Mcghee.tutoring@nyu.edu. Additional information is also available on the Academic Advising Tutoring Program Website. Be sure to review the tab for graduate students! 

Write On!

There are so many free resources at NYU to help you succeed as a student. One of them is the writing center! 

In conjunction with the Expository Writing Program, the NYU Writing Center serves as a resource to all NYU students needing assistance with writing assignments (as long as they aren't exams). Students are able to receive one-on-one help with all stages of the writing process! 

Students are able to both schedule appointments and stop by for a walk-in appointment. Appointments are 40-45 minutes in duration and can be scheduled online here: https://nyu.mywconline.com/.

Here are some helpful tips from the Writing Center so you can be prepared:

• Bring two copies of your paper.
• If you are preparing a piece of writing for a specific assignment, bring the assignment.
• Bring any feedback that you have received on the piece from your professor or instructor(s).
• Bring your research items to the session. This includes notes, previous writings on the topic, and texts related to what you will be writing.

Questions? Email nursingadvising@nyu.edu.

We Are In and of the City

NYU is In and of the City - so what are you doing to enjoy this city? Below are some suggestions:

Check out the Broadway show discount ticket finder through NYU Ticket Central! Grab some friends and spend a night out watching a world famous Broadway show. 

Ticket Central also offers discounts for sporting events. Whether you enjoy watching basketball or hockey, support our local teams at a game. 

Try some cheap eats around NYU. From Dosa's to cupcakes, this cheap eats tour covers it all. This information is courtesy of the Student Resource Center.

Speaking of the Student Resource Center, be sure to follow them on Facebook, so you can stay up to date on events around NYU and NYC. 

While school is important, don't forget to take a break and enjoy this wonderful city, because as an NYU student - you are In and of the City.