Undergraduate Writing Help
The Julia N. Visor Academic Center provides one-on-one writing assistance for any course or need. By focusing on the writing process instead of merely on grammar and editing, we are committed to making you a better writer.
We offer three different options for undergraduate writing assistance: appointments, drop-in, and asynchronous (online paper submissions).
24/7 Resources
Need help right now? Check out the Writing section of University College's 24/7 Resources.
Schedule an Appointment
There are three ways to schedule a writing assistance appointment:
- Online — https://ilstu.accudemia.net/login
- Call the Julia N. Visor front desk at: (309) 438-7100
- Visit the Julia N. Visor Center in person in the Vrooman Center (located in the basement of Hewett-Manchester Residence Halls)
Drop-in Writing Assistance
For undergraduate students in need of drop-in writing assistance—no appointment necessary. Drop-in sessions can last for up to 30 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis. If you would like more time with a tutor then we encourage you to sign up for a 50-minute writing assistance appointment.
- Mondays: 11 a.m.-3 pm, 6-8 p.m.
- Tuesdays: 1-3 p.m., 5-8 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 3-8 p.m.
- Thursdays: 12-4 p.m.
- Sundays: 4-8pm
Drop-In Writing Assistance is located in the Visor Center.
Asynchronous Writing Assistance
Asynchronous writing assistance is where you can submit your paper online in order to receive feedback from a writing tutor.
To submit a paper for review, use this form.
Please note the following information for our asynchronous writing assistance:
- Feedback can take up to 3-5 business days.
- Writing tutors will not make edits directly to your paper, but instead will leave comments and suggestions about possible changes.
- If you would like to discuss your work with a writing tutor, please schedule a writing assistance appointment.
Graduate Writing Assistance
The Graduate School, in partnership with the Efaw Center for Educator Excellence and the Office of International Engagement, offers one-on-one writing assistance for graduate students.
See the Graduate School Website for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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