Welcome
The Writing Center at ORU provides free service to any ORU student who needs help with academic writing. Our tutors assist students at every stage of the writing process:
- developing and organizing ideas
- using correct grammar and punctuation
- integrating research and
- using various academic formats.
Walk in sessions are available, but whenever possible, please schedule an appointment.
Also check out our resources on this site under the tabs for Grammar, Style, Citation Formats, and Avoiding Plagiarism.
Services Available
At the Writing Center, tutors will work with you individually to help you improve your writing skills. This generally involves reading over a paper together with you, responding to your particular concerns, identifying areas you can improve, and providing suggestions for further practice. Since this process is most effective during a face-to-face meeting with a tutor in the Writing Center, you may not drop off a paper (either in hard-copy or electronically).
Employment Opportunities
Tutoring positions are open for students who:
- have at least sophomore standing
- are eligible for work study
- have demonstrated superior academic writing skills and
- are interested in mentoring fellow students.
If you are interested in becoming a writing tutor, please contact Prof. Barbara Law at blaw@oru.edu or at (918) 495-7013.
Appointments
To make an appointment:
1. Go to https://accudemia.oru.edu
2. Select “New Appointment”
3. Select “Writing Center”
4. Select the Subject area (“Composition 101” or “Enrolled”)
- Composition 101 students should select the “recurring time” option
- Non-Composition I students should select ‘Enrolled’ as their subject area
5. View available tutoring times and pick the date and time
6. Confirm your appointment
7. Look in your email for an appointment confirmation.
Hours and Location
Location
Learning Resource Center - 5th floor - Room 511E
Hours (when classes are in session)
Monday through Friday 8:45am – 5:45 pm
