Writing Lab
Eastern New Mexico University - RoswellProgram for Academic Support Services
About the Writing Lab
At Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell, our Writing Lab is dedicated to supporting your academic success. Our team of professional staff, coaches, and peer tutors are here to assist you at every stage of your writing process. Whether you need help brainstorming ideas for a speech or polishing a paper, we provide a safe and collaborative environment for you to ask questions and receive one-on-one or small group guidance. Develop essential strategies and skills that will contribute to your academic achievements.
Are you ready to embark on your path to success?
The Writing Lab is Open
Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
and on Friday
8:00 AM to NOON
The Writing Lab is located in the Learning Resource Center (LRC), Room 130
How can I work at the Writing Lab?
We are always looking for quality tutors. Requirements include the following:
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Successfully completed the desired course with a grade of B or better
- Recommendation from your instructor
FAQs
What Courses Does the Writing Lab Serve?
We help in any ENMU-R course that requires writing
Who Is Eligible to Use the Writing Lab?
ENMU-R students enrolled in any ENMU-Roswell course
Do I Have to Make an Appointment?
The Writing Lab does not require appointments and walk-ins are welcome. However, appointments are preferred. You can make an appointment to schedule a specific time within a 24 hour or greater window. Appointments cannot be scheduled the day-of.
2024 Spooky Writing Contest Winners
https://www.roswell.enmu.edu/lrc/pass/writing-lab/2024-spooky-writing-contest-winners/
Every year, the Writing Lab hosts a creative writing competition for students, faculty, and staff just in time for Spooky Season. Submissions are evaluated for their creativity and writing style. The winners of the competition are featured here.
Additional Resources
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APA 7th Edition Student Checklist
This downloadable PDF can be used to check that you have the correct elements for your APA compliant paper
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APA 7th Edition Research Paper Template
This is a MS Word document template that you can download to help you have the correct style for your APA compliant paper
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Academic Essay in APA Style (with annotations)
Example of an essay written in APA style with comprehensive notes to guide you through the format
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Adding Your Academic Voice
When incorporating outside sources into your writing, it is essential that you add your own academic voice
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APA Citation Style Handbook for Academic Writing
Download this comprehensive guide to paper format, in-text citations, mechanics of style, and references
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Beyond the Syllabus: Elevate Your Academic Conversations with Instructors
Speaking with an instructor can be intimidating, especially if you do not know them very well. This presentation includes some guiding rules and strategies to help you start off on the right foot!
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Example of Persuasive Speech Outline
Download this outline to help construct a Persuasive speech using APA Style
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Example of Informative Speech Outline
Download this outline to help construct an Informative speech using APA Style
Pre-Writing
Tips to get yourself writing like an expert