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SUMMARY:Long Night Against Procrastination
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn 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 atmosphere. Library staff and writing center staff will be available to help and answer questions\, and coffee\, food\, and prizes will be available to keep everyone going. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/long-night-sp26/
LOCATION:Mark T. Coppenger Library
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Student Life,Writing Center
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CREATED:20250806T195311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T205445Z
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SUMMARY:Keys to Effective Writing: Paragraphing and Transitions (Teams)
DESCRIPTION: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! \nAll attendees will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Sword & Trowel gift card. \nRegister here to attend online via Teams
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/keys-to-effective-writing-paragraphing-and-transitions-teams/
LOCATION:Roberson Room – MSC
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T195000
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CREATED:20250806T195309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T205543Z
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SUMMARY:Keys to Effective Writing: Paragraphing and Transitions (in person)
DESCRIPTION: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! \nAll attendees will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Sword & Trowel gift card. \nRegister here to attend in person
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/keys-to-effective-writing-paragraphing-and-transitions-in-person/
LOCATION:Roberson Room – MSC
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20250116T024303Z
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SUMMARY:Lifeway Workshop and Lunch 
DESCRIPTION: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 improve as a writer in general. The workshop includes a question-and-answer time as well. A free Chick-fil-A lunch will be provided. \nRegister here to reserve a spot in the workshop and a free lunch from Chick-fil-A. Registration will close at the end of the day Tuesday\, January 28. \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Writer’s Studio\, the Mark T. Coppenger (MBTS) Library\, and Student Life.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/lifewayworkshop/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230818T022759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184012Z
UID:10000276-1699369200-1699371900@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Creative Writing Group – “Show\, Don’t Tell” (on campus only)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister here to attend in person: https://forms.gle/EtyrNa1NWMK6w9WD8
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-creative-writing-group-show-dont-tell-on-campus-only/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T000000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230818T022941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184024Z
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SUMMARY:Long Night Against Procrastination (LNAP)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOn 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 and fun atmosphere. Library staff and writing center staff will be available to help and answer questions\, and coffee\, food\, and prizes will be available to keep everyone going. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/long-night-against-procrastination-lnap/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T104500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230818T022614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184800Z
UID:10000302-1696500000-1696502700@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Effective Research – Sources and Evidence (online via Teams)
DESCRIPTION: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 your topic\, focusing your research\, and finding great sources and evidence through the MBTS Library and other resources. If you have a research paper due this semester\, this workshop should help you get off to a strong start! \nRegister here to attend online via Teams: https://forms.gle/sRaxo5nXaCsmWicVA
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-effective-research-sources-and-evidence-online-via-teams/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T104500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230818T022339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184812Z
UID:10000307-1695895200-1695897900@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Effective Research – Sources and Evidence (on campus only)
DESCRIPTION: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 your topic\, focusing your research\, and finding great sources and evidence through the MBTS Library and other resources. If you have a research paper due this semester\, this workshop should help you get off to a strong start! \nRegister here to attend in person: https://forms.gle/RfQC6WXyohE1qfcT6 \nOnline student? We will be offering the same workshop in an online Teams format just one week later. Please see below.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-effective-research-sources-and-evidence-on-campus-only/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230124T211708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T185933Z
UID:10000362-1681225200-1681227900@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: How to Write a Sermon/Bible Lesson
DESCRIPTION: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 preparation for preaching or leading a Bible study. \n  \nAttend in person: https://forms.gle/8k9M5RTHnvyoTFKR6 \nAttend online via Teams: https://forms.gle/ANbGqzRfMDXmpWLq5 \n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu. \n  \nWriting workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. Students may sign up to attend in person or online via Teams. Registration is now open! Links are posted below and in the Writer’s Studio Canvas course.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-how-to-write-a-sermon-bible-lesson/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T000000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20221216T232725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T185945Z
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SUMMARY:Long Night Against Procrastination
DESCRIPTION: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! \nOn 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 a helpful and fun atmosphere. Library staff and writing center staff will be available to help and answer questions\, and coffee\, food\, and prizes will be available to keep everyone going. We look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nQuestions?  Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course and/or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/long-night-against-procrastination-library-sle/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Student Life,Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20230124T211005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T194629Z
UID:10000395-1676473200-1676475900@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Writing an Effective Conclusion
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLet us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: \nAttend in person: https://forms.gle/W3ypEQ4izpbXzhjz8 \nAttend online via Teams: https://forms.gle/EDMtyaHhsz58fSWV9 \n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu. \n  \nWriting workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. Students may sign up to attend in person or online via Teams. Registration is now open! Links are posted below and in the Writer’s Studio Canvas course.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-writing-an-effective-conclusion-2/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T104500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220909T232217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T195440Z
UID:10000424-1668074400-1668077100@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Writing an Effective Conclusion
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLet us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: \nAttend in person \nAttend online via Teams \n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu. \n  \nWriting workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. Students may sign up to attend in person or online via Teams. Registration is now open! Links are posted below and in the Writer’s Studio Canvas course.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-writing-an-effective-conclusion/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T000000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20221013T011549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T195448Z
UID:10000430-1667502000-1667520000@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:The Long Night Against Procrastination
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, November 3 in the Library for The Long Night Against Procrastination.  \nThe 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 Writing Coaches will also be available to assist you on your class projects.  \nIn order to offer students both a fun atmosphere and a quiet place to get work done\, the event area will once again be divided into different “zones\,” including a quiet study zone and a spot for food\, games\, and study break activities. Find out more here or on the “Upcoming Workshops and Events” page of the Writer’s Studio Canvas course. \nPlanning to attend? Register here to reserve a spot\, get e-mail reminders\, and to be eligible for a special prize drawing!
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/the-long-night-against-procrastination-3/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220909T215205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T195510Z
UID:10000440-1666278000-1666280700@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Formatting Your Paper
DESCRIPTION: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 have a copy of the Midwestern Style Manual (4th edition)\, we encourage you to bring it with you! \nLet us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: \nAttend in person \nAttend online via Teams \n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu. \n  \nWriting workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. Students may sign up to attend in person or online via Teams. Registration is now open! Links are posted below and in the Writer’s Studio Canvas course.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-formatting-your-paper/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220909T215013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T195852Z
UID:10000464-1663167600-1663170300@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Email Etiquette
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLet us know you’re planning to attend by registering at the links below: \nAttend in person \nAttend online via Teams \n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu. \n  \nWriting workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. Students may sign up to attend in person or online via Teams. Registration is now open! Links are posted below and in the Writer’s Studio Canvas course.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-email-etiquette/
CATEGORIES:Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T164500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220127T222401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T201115Z
UID:10000506-1649174400-1649177100@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Effective Introductions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-effective-introductions/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220307T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220307T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220127T222119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T201138Z
UID:10000519-1646665200-1646667900@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Overcoming Procrastination
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-overcoming-procrastination/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220207T154500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20220126T044029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T201532Z
UID:10000536-1644246000-1644248700@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Effective Research
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210726T210634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T202252Z
UID:10000562-1636542900-1636545600@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Why Paragraphing is Important
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-why-paragraphing-is-important-2/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210726T210102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T203305Z
UID:10000580-1634728500-1634731200@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Organizing Your Paper
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-organizing-your-paper-2/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T121500
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210726T204804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T204101Z
UID:10000612-1631705400-1631708100@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Developing a Strong Thesis Statement
DESCRIPTION:Learn what a thesis statement is\, why it’s such a crucial part of academic papers\, and where it fits into your paper’s structure. We will also discuss strategies for developing great thesis statements that are both interesting and effective. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/september-developing-a-strong-thesis-statement/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210807
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210531T205809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T204733Z
UID:10000658-1622419200-1628294399@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Library Summer Reading Challenge
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/library-summer-reading-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Hide these from the month view because they're ads,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210122T015625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T205457Z
UID:10000676-1617794100-1617796800@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism
DESCRIPTION:What counts as plagiarism? Students are often somewhat unsure\, particularly when it comes to the fine points of using and citing outside sources in their papers. In this workshop\, we’ll look at what plagiarism is\, as well as concrete steps students can take to avoid it and be confident in the work they submit. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-understanding-and-avoiding-plagiarism/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210122T014249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T205555Z
UID:10000687-1615979700-1615982400@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Writing an Effective Book Review
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to writing a book review\, a lot of students are unsure of how to start or what to include. In this workshop\, we’ll walk you through the standard book review form used here at MBTS/Spurgeon College\, including both content and formatting. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-writing-an-effective-book-review/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20210122T014247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T210016Z
UID:10000702-1612955700-1612958400@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Understanding the Assignment/Planning Before Writing
DESCRIPTION:Making sure you fully understand your assignment and having a clear plan before you start writing can save a lot of time and frustration later. Join The Writer’s Studio as they talk through strategies for this first key step in the writing process to make sure you get off to a strong start. \nAttendance Options:\nAttend In Person Attend Online (via Zoom) \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-understanding-the-assignment-planning-before-writing/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20200723T235942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T210615Z
UID:10000740-1605093300-1605096000@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Formatting Your Paper in Midwestern Style
DESCRIPTION:Writing workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. All are welcome! \nIn this workshop\, we’ll look at 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 have a copy of the Midwestern Style Manual\, we encourage you to bring it with you! \nAttendance Options:\nOn-campus/In-person Virtual (Zoom)\n  \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-formatting-your-paper-in-midwestern-style-2/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20200723T235802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T211120Z
UID:10000756-1603278900-1603281600@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Writing an Effective Exegetical Paper
DESCRIPTION:Writing workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate.  All are welcome! \nWhat’s the most effective way to use Hebrew and/or Greek terms and phrases in a paper?  How does an exegetical paper differ from a standard research paper?  Join us as Old Testament professor Dr. Blake Hearson and New Testament professor Dr. Todd Chipman address these and related issues. \nAttendance Options:\nOn-campus/In-person Virtual (Zoom)\n \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-writing-an-effective-exegetical-paper-2/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20200723T235600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T211153Z
UID:10000773-1600859700-1600862400@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: The Research Process - Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Writing workshops are free and are open to Midwestern and Spurgeon students of all levels and programs – graduate and undergraduate. All are welcome! \nWhen it comes to beginning the research process\, a lot of students get overwhelmed. In this workshop\, we’ll give you some concrete and helpful tips for getting started. Learn what a research question is\, which types of sources to use and which to avoid\, as well as what primary\, secondary\, and tertiary sources are and how to use each in the research process. \nAttendance Options:\nOn-campus/In-person Virtual (Zoom)\n \nQuestions? Check out our Writer’s Studio Canvas course\, our web page\, or contact us at ws@mbts.edu.
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-the-research-process-getting-started/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200612
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20200526T173023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T212026Z
UID:10000796-1591833600-1591919999@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Introducing Residential Plus - Fall 2020
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/introducing-residential-plus-fall-2020/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Alumni,Featured,Hide these from the month view because they're ads,Homepage,Institutional,Recruiting Events,Spurgeon College Fusion,Student Life,Student Life Featured,Worship Ministries,Writing Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003232
CREATED:20191127T083855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T214302Z
UID:10000830-1581506100-1581508800@www.mbts.edu
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: The Research Process – Finding Reliable Sources
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to starting the research process\, a lot of students get overwhelmed. In this workshop\, we’ll give you some concrete and helpful tips for getting started.  Learn which types of sources to use and which to avoid\, as well as what primary\, secondary\, and tertiary sources are and how to use each in the research process.  \nWorkshop: After chapel (11:15 – 12:00)\, Wednesday\, February 12\nLocation: Classroom 257
URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/writing-workshop-the-research-process-finding-reliable-sources/
CATEGORIES:Student Life,Student Life Featured,Writing Center
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