Services

The Center has three ways to serve you. We have regular hours for in-person conferences, on-line conferences, and phone conferences. Click below for more specific information.

• Center Hours

• On-line Conference Information

• Phone Conference Information

Content Service Information

Math & Science

Public Speaking

Reading

Study Skills

Writing

Math & Science

We provide:

- review of mathematical knowledge that is expected from students coming to UWT; and
- provide instructions on how to use MAPLE, mathematical software used in some courses at UWT; and
- provide instructions on how to use handheld calculators; and
- provide additional help with basic courses at UWT in mathematics, statistics, physics, and chemistry.

Public Speaking

We provide:

- objective feedback on individual and group presentations;
- help with style and documentation;
- guidance re. public speaking criteria and methods;
- aid in translating a paper or research into an effective presentation;
- advice on using visual aids; PowerPoint and other media or computer applications effectively.

Reading

We provide:

- help outlining before you read;
- techniques for approaching large amounts of reading;
- guidance on adjusting speed to content;
- aid in deciphering order and syntax;
- strategies for working with difficult text;
- methods for finding meaning;
- help with style and documentation;
- advice on reading charts, graphs, figures, tables, illustrations, and captions;
- tools and resources.

Study Skills

We provide:

- active listening training;
- exam preparation techniques (in-class & take home);
- facilitation guidance for group work;
- note-taking tips;
- outlining methods;
- help with brainstorming key words for search strategies;
- self evaluation tools for self-care, stress levels, & time management;
- study group guidance.

Writing

We provide:

- one-on-one conferences with a consultant;
- on-line consultation;
- objective feedback on drafts;
- assistance with writing styles such as MLA, APA, CMS, and Scientific;
- help with developing successful writing strategies;
- idea development;
-tools and resources.