Introduction to Academic Writing

Writing for university is different than how you write in high school. This workshop will prepare you for what to expect when writing at the post-secondary level, while offering tips and tricks to enhance your academic writing!

How you write essays and other academic works differs greatly from the style used in a typical high school setting. This workshop will cover topics related to:

• Defining common terms used in academia
• Research expectations and types of sources used
• Expectations in your academic writing
• Differences from high school writing to post-secondary writing
• Establishing writing goals
• Reviewing a sample writing guide