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Once you have a strong thesis statement in place, how do you organize your paper around it? In this workshop, we’ll look at specific tips for organizing your ideas and research into clear arguments, choosing a logical order for them, and then using a working outline to keep track of your plan. Attendance Options: Attend
What are paragraphs? Are they just a way to visually break up writing, or is there more going on? In this workshop, we’ll look at how paragraphs work, discuss how to divide longer arguments into coherent paragraphs, and see how effective paragraphing can bring clarity and flow to your papers. Attendance Options: Attend In Person
Join the Writer's Studio for the first writing workshop of the semester. In this workshop, we'll learn about the research process, including understanding sources and getting an overview of your topic. Attendance Options: Attend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) Questions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course, our web page, or contact us at
We’ve all been there – struggling to start a big project, or confident that we have plenty of time, only to realize the deadline is right around the corner. In this workshop, we’ll give you some practical and helpful tips for overcoming procrastination and managing your time more effectively this semester. Attendance Options: Attend In
As the first thing your readers see, the introduction is a key element of any successful paper. Join us as we look at what effective introductions have in common and discuss specific tips for getting your paper off to a great start. Attendance Options: Attend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) Questions? Check out our
Striking the right tone in e-mail can be challenging, whether you’re e-mailing a professor, a supervisor, or members of your church. In this workshop, we’ll answer your questions, discuss e-mail etiquette, and talk through elements that contribute to tone and clarity. Let us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: Attend
In this workshop, writing coach Nathan Nicklas will walk through the basics of Midwestern Style when it comes to formatting papers – creating a title page, formatting the text of your paper and your bibliography correctly, and inserting and formatting footnotes. In addition to practical tips, we’ll talk briefly about why formatting matters. If you
Join us on Thursday, November 3 in the Library for The Long Night Against Procrastination. The library will be open for extended hours – 7:00pm to midnight – to encourage you to get a head start on final assignments. They will have free coffee and snacks available for a late-night jolt of energy! Librarians and
Conclusions are notoriously challenging to write, but they serve an important purpose. Join us as we look at what effective conclusions have in common and discuss how to draw your papers to a satisfying close. Let us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: Attend in person Attend online via Teams
Conclusions are notoriously challenging to write, but they serve an important purpose. Join us as we look at what effective conclusions have in common and discuss how to draw your papers to a satisfying close. Let us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: Attend in person: https://forms.gle/W3ypEQ4izpbXzhjz8 Attend online via
We’re excited to announce the return of a special event co-hosted by the Writer’s Studio, the MBTS Library, and Student Life – the Long Night Against Procrastination! On the evening of Thursday, March 30, grab those projects and papers that you’ve been procrastinating on, bring them to the library, and get some work done in
At the Writer’s Studio, we sometimes field e-mails from students who have been asked to preach, teach, or to create a sermon outline before they’ve had a chance to take key Hermeneutics or Preaching courses. In this workshop, guest presenter Dr. Jared Bumpers will walk students through the basics of studying a biblical passage in
It’s often true that the research we do is only as good as the sources we use. But how do we know what sources and evidence are the most promising for an academic paper, and how do we track them down? In this workshop, we’ll talk through very practical tips for getting an overview of
It’s often true that the research we do is only as good as the sources we use. But how do we know what sources and evidence are the most promising for an academic paper, and how do we track them down? In this workshop, we’ll talk through very practical tips for getting an overview of
Join us for the Fall 2023 Long Night Against Procrastination - a special event co-hosted by the Writer’s Studio, the MBTS Library, and Student Life. On the evening of Thursday, November 2nd, grab those projects and papers that you’ve been procrastinating on, bring them to the library, and get some work done in a helpful
In honor of National Novel Writing Month, we’re trying something new – a fun and informal session for anyone who enjoys creative writing. We’ve all probably heard the advice, “Show, don’t tell.” During our time together, we’ll discuss what that advice means, check out a couple of examples, and try it out ourselves. Register here
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a writer for Lifeway? On Wednesday, February 5, two leaders from Lifeway’s ongoing Bible study department will be conducting a workshop designed to help you understand their curriculum development process, know how to get into the Lifeway writer pool, and give you some practical tools to
In this workshop, we’ll look at two simple but powerful skills that can make a huge difference in the clarity and sophistication of your writing: organizing ideas into paragraphs and using transitions to connect ideas smoothly. This is an interactive workshop, so if you’re working on a paper, feel free to bring it with you!
In this workshop, we’ll look at two simple but powerful skills that can make a huge difference in the clarity and sophistication of your writing: organizing ideas into paragraphs and using transitions to connect ideas smoothly. This is an interactive workshop, so if you’re working on a paper, feel free to bring it with you!
Join us for the Fall 2025 Long Night Against Procrastination—a special event co-hosted by the Writer’s Studio, the MBTS Library, and Student Life. On the evening of Thursday, November 6th, grab those projects and papers that you’ve been procrastinating on, bring them to the library, and get some work done in a helpful and fun
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