As a graduate student at Southern, you have access to year-round academic writing support.
You have access to one-on-one writing tutoring—both in-person and virtually—designed to support a wide range of writing needs, from thesis development to discipline-specific assignments. Peer tutors, many of whom are experienced in professional and academic writing, provide guidance on structure, clarity, and style. Additional resources include year-round writing workshops, online tools, and specialized support for English language learners, ensuring that you have the tools you need to succeed at every stage of your academic journey!
Ongoing Support
One-on-One Librarian Consultation
10am – 3pm on weekdays in Buley Library
One-on-One Librarian Consultation (Virtual)
Sit Down and Write (Virtual)
Call for Facilitators! Facilitating is easy – just keep an eye on the timer. The important part is showing up (on Teams), for you and the Sit Down & Write community.
Contact Rebecca Hedreen at hedreenr1@southernct.edu for more info and to schedule your sessions.
CASAS Writing Tutors
- Mondays and Wednesdays: 5PM – 9PM
- Fridays: 8AM – 2PM
Library Resources for Graduate Students
Buley Library Youtube Channel
Upcoming Workshops
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Past Workshops
Research
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| Citation Managers – what are they and why do you need one
Facilitator: Rebecca Hedreen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Video |
| Citing and Referencing Sources using APA
Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
N/A |
| How to Read Scholarly Articles
Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
Video |
| Beyond Google Scholar & SouthernSearch: diving deeper into your research
Facilitator: Amy Jansen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Video |
| Beyond Google, Part 2 – Advanced Searching
Facilitator: Amy Jansen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Slides |
| AI Tools for Article Searching and Review
Facilitator: Rebecca Hedreen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Session 1 |
| Has Your Reference Been Retracted
Facilitator: Rebecca Hedreen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Video |
| Journal Quality Unpacked
Facilitator: Amy Jansen M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Slides |
| Research Smarter, Not Harder: Advanced Tools & Techniques
Facilitator: Amy Jansen, M.L.I.S., Library Services |
Video |
| AI Literature: Searching Tools and Cautions
Facilitator: Rebecca Hedreen, M.L.I.S., Library Services |
N/A |
| Finding and Using Gray Literature for Advanced Research
Facilitator: Amy Jansen, M.L.I.S., Library Services |
N/A |
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Beyond the Basics: Advanced Search Strategies for Graduate Students Facilitator: Amy Jansen, M.L.I.S., Library Services Move beyond simple keyword searches. Master advanced database filters, Boolean logic, and citation chaining to streamline your literature review and uncover the specialized scholarly resources needed for graduate-level work. |
Video |
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Journal Quality – Why It Matters for Your Research Facilitator: Amy Jansen, M.L.I.S., Library Services Not all sources are created equal. Learn to evaluate journal credibility, interpret impact metrics, and identify predatory publishers to ensure your thesis or project is built on a foundation of high-quality scholarship. |
TBD |
Writing
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Writing Clearly at the Macro-Level: Structuring a Paper Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
N/A |
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Writing Clearly at the Micro-Level: Writing Paragraphs and Sentences Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
N/A |
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Simplifying the Writing Process: One Chunk at a Time Facilitator: Dr Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
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Ethical Use of Generative AI in Writing Facilitators: Hayley Battaglia, M.F.A., M.S.L.S., Library Services and Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro, SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
N/A |
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Building Clarity into the Structure of Your Writing Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
Slides |
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Business Writing for Professionals Facilitator: Attorney Rob Smith, Jr. Chairperson of the Management and International Business Department |
Slides |
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Writing a Literature Review Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
Slides |
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Revising your Writing for Clarity Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
Video |
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Building Writing Structures to Communicate Clearly Facilitator: Dr. Tess Marchant-Shapiro SCSU Writing Director, Professor of Political Science |
Video |
Thesis/Dissertation
