The Writing Center is excited to host a variety of events that all students are welcome to attend.
The workshops are organized by Steven Ahola. Please reach out to him if you have any questions, or concerns about an event.
Appointments with a writing tutor be made on Navigate, email, or by calling us at 763-424-0927. We hope to see you soon!
Fall 2026 Workshops
Before You Write: Making Sense of Assignment Instructions and Requirements
Wednesday, September 9 (3:00-3:45)
Thursday, September 10 (11:00-11:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905)
Description:
In this workshop, participants will learn how to interpret assignment instructions, identify key expectations, and use effective planning techniques to complete coursework with confidence and on time.
From Stuck to Started: Overcoming Writer's Block
Monday, September 28 (10:00-10:45)
Tuesday, September 29 (1:00 – 1:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905)
Description:
Have you ever sat down in front of your computer, stared at a blank screen, and had no idea how to begin? Many students experience writer's block at some point during the writing process. This workshop will introduce tips for overcoming writer's block, generating ideas, organizing your thoughts, and starting your first draft with confidence.
National Tutor Appreciation Week – October 4-10
The Writing Process Series—Join us for a week of workshops focused on the writing process!
Day One: Prewriting Skills (Free-writing and Brainstorming)
Monday, October 5 (11:00-11:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905) or LRC 167
Description: This workshop highlights two prewriting strategies—free-writing and brainstorming—that can help you generate ideas and prepare for writing assignments. Participants will learn how to use these techniques to overcome writer's block, organize their thoughts, develop topics, and create a strong foundation before drafting.
Day Two: Drafting and Navigating Writer’s Block
Tuesday, October 6 (5:00-5:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905) or LRC 167
Description: Drafting is an essential part of the writing process. This workshop will provide strategies to approach the drafting stage. Participants will also learn techniques for overcoming writer's block so they can write more effectively and complete their assignments with greater confidence.
Day Three: Revising: The Big-Picture Check
Wednesday, October 7 (4:00-4:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905) or LRC 167
Description: Learn how to revise your academic writing in this workshop, which covers strategies for evaluating big-picture elements of your writing, including organization, clarity, thesis development, paragraph structure, and overall flow.
Day Four: Editing: Strengthening Style and Accuracy
Thursday, October 8 (12:00-12:45)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905) or LRC 167
Description: Learn how to edit your academic work in this workshop, which covers practical strategies to strengthen and streamline your writing for style and accuracy.
Day Five: The Writing Process in Review
Friday, October 9 (10:00-10:50)
Place: Zoom (Meeting ID: 592 107 8905) or LRC 167
Description: This workshop offers an overview of the writing process and provides practical tips for each stage that attendees can apply to their own academic writing.