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Workshops can be tailored to fit the needs of your particular classroom. Each workshop is interactive. To schedule a workshop, complete our Workshop Request form, accessible through MyNewSchool (click the "Faculty" tab and then in the Faculty Resources channel, click "University Writing Center Workshop Request"). Feel free to contact us for more information. Popular topics include:

Thesis Statements
A solid thesis statement dictates the resulting architecture of an essay. Students learn how crafting a well-defined thesis statement helps organize thought, define perspective, and hone critical thinking skills, while also enhancing their paper’s clarity.

Plagiarism
What constitutes plagiarism, and how can students avoid it? This workshop familiarizes students with the concepts behind our systems of citation and illuminates when and how to quote, paraphrase, or summarize various sources.

Chicago Manual of Style
This workshop provides an introduction to research methods, as well as an overview of the Chicago Manual’s rules for citations and footnotes. Particular attention is given to the appropriate citation of art, music, film and internet sources.

Improving the Writing Process
Even the most proficient writers often struggle with starting writing projects. Improving the Writing Process explores techniques for combating writer’s block, reducing anxiety, and generally improving student writing.

The Five Paragraph Essay
Writers of all abilities benefit from this exhaustive exploration of the essay, from pre-writing to conclusion. Every student should be familiar with the structure of the basic five paragraph expository essay.