Mission statement
Writing is a tool of discovery, self-expression, and social justice. The purpose of the Writing Center at Southern Connecticut State University is to provide a curricular structure and an educational environment, in which students and faculty can gain the skills and support they need to be successful writers, and writing mentors. The Writing Center coordinates with the Center for Academic Success and Accessibility Services, the Faculty Development Office, the Writing Across the Curriculum Committee, and the Composition Committee to provide resources, such as tutors, workshops, improved W courses, and speakers.
In support of that mission, the Writing Program at Southern has the following learning objectives. Students will be able to:
- Engage in writing as a recursive and iterative process rather than a single draft;
- Analyze and adapt their writing to suit different audiences and purposes, especially within academic or professional settings;
- Develop a coherently structured argument in support of a major claim;
- Use relevant evidence to support a coherent and well-reasoned argument;
- Demonstrate understanding of appropriate and relevant concepts and/or theories through their written analysis;
- Communicate clearly and expressively through their writing; and
- Gather and integrate information effectively and ethically.