Center for Reading and Writing

This 45-minute workshop will address how to successfully paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote the sources used for writing papers, articles, presentations, speeches, etc. Plagiarism in its various forms will be defined and discussed, including Ramapo’s policy on academic honesty. Open to all students. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

This 45-minute workshop will cover how to integrate quotes when writing an argument. Quote selection will be discussed, including why and how quotes are used in supporting claims. Providing context, introducing, and analyzing quotes will also be addressed. All students welcome.  For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

This 45-minute workshop will address how to critically read a text, including pre-viewing, questioning, annotating, using background knowledge, and rereading. All students welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

This 45-minute workshop will address how to use APA documentation style, including page formatting, in-text citations, source integration, and references. All students welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu.  Register

This 45-minute workshop will address proofreading and editing sentences, focusing on some of the most common errors: fragments, run-ons, and comma splices.  All students welcome.  For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu.  Register

This 45-minute workshop will address proofreading and editing sentences, focusing on some of the most common errors: fragments, run-ons, and comma splices. Learn how to identify and fix these sentences, so your writing is clear and concise. All students welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register  

This 45-minute workshop will address how to use MLA documentation style, from page formatting to in-text citations, source integration, and the Works Cited page.  All students welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu.  Register

This 45-minute workshop will address strategies for annotating and outlining a text. Critical thinking will be emphasized, including discerning author’s purpose, evaluating claims, raising questions, and using prior knowledge in actively working with a text.  For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

We all know it is important to take notes during class and while reading. Attend this 45-minute workshop to learn not only how note-taking helps improve your academic performance, but also for tips, tricks, and methods that will help you become an effective note-taker. This workshop is open to all students. For more information, contact […]

Learn how to successfully paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote the sources used when writing papers, articles, presentations, speeches, etc. This 45-minute workshop will define plagiarism in its various forms, including Ramapo’s policy on academic integrity. Open to all students. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register

Sponsored by the Library and the Center for Reading and Writing, this 45-minute workshop will address strategies for evaluating print and news sources, including authority, accuracy, reliability, and timeliness.  Fake news, what it is, and tips on how to identify it will also be discussed.  All students welcome.  For more information, contact Hilary Westgate at […]

If you're writing an APA paper, this workshop is for you! Learn how to use APA documentation style, including page formatting, in-text citations, source integration, and references. All students welcome. For more information, contact Priscilla Tovey, ptovey@ramapo.edu. Register