Writing Support

Do you need help working through your writing assignments? Come chat with one of our writing consultants.

We think our writing is best when we get to talk about it with others at various stages of the process. So, that’s what we do - help students become better writers by engaging them in meaningful conversations about their writing. If you get in the habit of doing this, it will become a meaningful part of your ongoing writing processes and development at Ryerson.

Due to Ryerson Policy, we are unable to help with take home tests or exams.

Browse through the menu for details on specific programs.

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Writing Support

In-person Appointments

Book an in-person appointment for individual 25 or 50 minute personalized sessions with a trained writing consultant. You can discuss any aspect of your writing, at any stage of the writing process and get thoughtful, critical feedback that will help you move forward.

Due to Ryerson Policy, we are unable to help with take home tests or exams.

Winter 2019 Drop-in hours

Starts January 21 to April 14:

Monday to Friday: 12pm to 2pm

Book an Appointment

Can't find an appointment? Add your name to our Writing Support Wait List. We will contact you in the event of a cancellation but cannot guarantee a booking. Requests must be made on the same day and cannot be made in advance.

Writing Support

Remote Appointments

Discuss your assignment via phone, Skype, or Google Hangouts from the convenience of your home.

Due to Ryerson Policy, we are unable to help with take home tests or exams.

Writing Support

Digital Media Support

NEW! You can now book an appointment with our digital media and design experts to get help with all kinds of digital and multimedia assignments.

We can help with poster presentations, film, video, any other audio-visual creations, blogs and other kinds of electronic communications.

Due to Ryerson Policy, we are unable to help with take home tests or exams.

Book a digital media appointment here.

Writing Support

Writing Groups

Drop-in or register for one of our group sessions for student writers facilitated by our professional writing support staff. Meet fellow students, discuss your writing process, get guidance, advice and feedback, and build your confidence as a writer at University and beyond.

Each group has 5 to 6 sessions per semester. Please register for a group only if you can attend the majority of the sessions.

Foundations of Academic Writing and Grammar for First-year Students

November 9, 1pm to 4 pm

Feeling intimidated by your writing assignments? Need help fine-tuning your grammar and essay writing skills?

We invite all Ryerson first-year students to join us for a crash course introduction to university-level writing.

In response to concerns from students, professors, and secondary school teachers alike, we’ve developed a day of programming that addresses the high school-to-university writing gap. Some topics include:

Harnessing high school writing skills for university success
Not your 5-paragraph essay: common university writing assignments
Introduction to scholarly research
The academic writing process
Common grammar errors
…and more!

Enjoy the long lasting benefits of an intensive and tailored learning experience dedicated to academic research and writing. Although the program is designed with first-year students in mind, all Ryerson students are welcome!

Coffee will be provided.

For accessibility requirements or questions, please contact Natalya Androsova, at nandroso@ryerson.ca

Workshops

Do you like to learn in a classroom setting? Register for one of our many academic-skills workshops.

SLS offers workshops on a variety of topics designed to help you become more familiar with the essential skills necessary for academic success and allow you to build a foundation for academic skill-building. Some of our workshops are available for download, please visit Online Resources.

Sign-up for a workshop below or download our (PDF) Winter 2019 Workshop schedule.

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