Writing Cover Letters

What is a cover letter? To be considered for almost any position, you will need to write a letter of application. Such a letter introduces you, explains your purpose for writing, highlights a few of your experiences or skills, and requests an opportunity to meet personally with the potential employer. Precisely because this letter is…

Examples of Business Letter Format

In this section, you will find many instructional materials we’ve developed for our Writing Center teaching. However, there are limitations to these materials. Assignments vary, and different instructors want different things from student writers. Therefore, the advice here may or may not apply to your writing situation. Finally, handouts can give only a fraction of…

Writing a Diversity Statement

Introduction So you’ve decided to apply to a Ph.D. program—how exciting! While the application process can be harrowing at times, being accepted to a graduate school that is a good fit for your interests and skills is a privilege that will be well worth your efforts. Before we get too wrapped up in the future,…

Advice for Students Writing a Professional Email

Introduction So you’ve decided to apply to a Ph.D. program—how exciting! While the application process can be harrowing at times, being accepted to a graduate school that is a good fit for your interests and skills is a privilege that will be well worth your efforts. Before we get too wrapped up in the future,…

Writing Process and Structure | Section 3

In this section, you will find many instructional materials we’ve developed for our Writing Center teaching. However, there are limitations to these materials. Assignments vary, and different instructors want different things from student writers. Therefore, the advice here may or may not apply to your writing situation. Finally, handouts can give only a fraction of…

Employment at the Writing Center

Writing Center Instructor Writing Center Instructors provide undergraduate and graduate students from across the university with individualized writing support to help them achieve their writing goals. Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a UW-Madison Master’s program and eligible for a 10%+ TAship Experience teaching writing and/or responding to student writing Strong commitment to students  Strong commitment…

Make a Writing Appointment

Students can make, cancel, or reschedule a face-to-face appointment at the main Writing Center. Visit our online scheduler by clicking here. Or, you can call the Writing Center at 608-263-1992 or visit us in 6171 Helen C. White. You have many options for meeting with a Writing Center instructor: