Do you have appointment coming up? What to expect when visiting the Center for Business Communications for the first time.

What the Consultants can do

• Help with writer's block by talking with you about particular writing or speaking assignments

• Listen and give feedback as you explore new ideas and develop thoughts

• Address common concerns about nervousness when preparing to deliver a presentation or speech

• Help you identify areas for improvement in specific papers and in your overall writing style

• Coach you in proofreading and editing skills

• Keep consultations confidential

What the consultants can't do

• Write any portion of your paper or presentation

• Proofread or edit a student paper or speech

• Make every correction for a student writer or speaker

• Offer tutorial help in understanding course subject matter

• Evaluate a professor's assignment

• Comment on what grade a paper or speech should receive

What to Bring

Bring a copy of your assignment and any work that you have completed - even if it's just notes. If you haven't started yet, we'll help you get something on the page.