Undergraduate Program

Student Facilities and Resources

Taking a break at the University Center

COLLEGE BOOKSTORE
253-4900 · 345 Duke of Gloucester Street · http://wm.bkstore.com

Located on Merchants Square in Colonial Williamsburg, The College of William & Mary Bookstore, operated by Barnes Noble, offers both new and used textbooks, as well as over 125,000 general book titles, school and dorm supplies, and William & Mary clothing and gifts. It is also the source for official class rings, graduation regalia and announcements. Additionally, the Bookstore features a vast selection of magazines and periodicals, a diverse music and DVD section, an extensive children's department and a cyber-cafe featuring Starbucks coffee. The Bookstore accepts cash, personal checks with a valid ID, the William and Mary Express Card, Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express, and Barnes & Noble Gift Cards. Students can enjoy a 20 percent discount on all William and Mary clothing everyday with a valid student ID.

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COPY/PRINT SERVICES
221-3116 · copyco@wm.edu

William & Mary Copy Center is located on the 2nd Floor of Swem Library, and offers the faculty, staff and students copying and finishing services.

Copy: The Copy Center offers comprehensive black and white, as well as color reproduction services. We also utilize a robust ‘document server’ which allows for campus wide electronic document services, merging, document assembly, tab insertions, document clean-up and much more. Also available at The Copy Center are Course Packs.

Print: The Copy Center has an electronic job submission program that is internet based, and can be accessed from any where. We can accept documents you pull from blackboard, and save you money vs. printing. Printing Resumes and Certificates are other Copy Center services.

Finishing: The Copy Center provides an array of finishing service which include, binding, padding, stapling, cutting and folding.

Fax: The Copy Center offers incoming and outgoing facsimile service, frequently used for sending transcripts and other documents.

Supplies: The Copy Center carries a stock of supplies, such as pens, pencils, sharpie markers, binders and index for your immediate needs.

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THE DAILY GRIND
221-2918 · Lodge Two dgrind@wm.edu

Adjacent to the University Center is The Daily Grind, a coffeehouse. It offers specialty coffees, teas, and other non-alcoholic, drinks, as well as a light menu. Comfortable, informal seating is available, as well as tables and chairs.

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COUNSELING CENTER
221-3620 · Blow Memorial Hall 240

The Counseling Center offers a wide range of psychological and counseling services to enrolled students seeking assistance with personal concerns, interpersonal issues or crisis intervention. Staff members are available to discuss a student's concerns and work with that student to develop new ways to resolve the problem or manage the concern. Services are available to W&M students who have been enrolled in the previous spring semester and/or will be enrolled in the subsequent fall semester. Counseling services are limited for unclassified students because of the difficulty in effectively treating student concerns in the short duration of the summer sessions. For unclassified students, we are available for consultation to establish an effective treatment plan and facilitate a referral to the community. Staff are also available for consultation and referral with crises. Psychiatric consultation can be arranged in the community if needed.

The Counseling Center has a multi-disciplinary staff who are trained and experienced in dealing with the problems of college students. Counseling is confidential. Because therapy is most effective when a student can be direct and honest with a counselor without fearing personal information will be inappropriately shared, information about a student is not released without that student's written permission, except in the case of imminent danger to self or others, child/dependent abuse, court order, or where otherwise required by law. Notations of counseling are not a part of a student's college record. Appointments may be made by calling or visiting the Counseling Center in person and will be scheduled as soon after a request as possible, depending on the urgency of the situation and staff time available. If appropriate, students may be referred to other sources of help after an initial evaluation. After-hours emergencies during the summer are directed to the Emergency Room at Williamsburg Community Hospital and can be accessed by calling Campus Police at 911 or 221-4596.

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OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS
221-2510 (TDD 221-2302) · Campus Center 109 · http://www.wm.edu/deanofstudents/

The Office of the Dean of Students assists all students, graduate and undergraduate, from their initial orientation to the College through the successful completion of their academic and personal goals. Staff members of the Office of the Dean of Students advocate for student needs, act as liaisons between students and academic departments, and work to enhance personal growth and a sense of personal authority and responsibility in each student. The Dean of Students staff members are involved in facilitating and guiding community standards related to student success and leadership. They deliver a new student orientation program, academic support services, services for students with disabilities, a learning assistance program, and the student judicial system. The Counseling Center & Career Services Offices report to the Dean to provide a seamless support system for the personal development of all students.

General Assistance: Staff members are available to consult with students who are experiencing unexpected or difficult circumstances, such as class absences resulting from illness or personal emergency. Staff members also can assist when students have questions related to an academic regulation, deadline or procedure and when students wish to petition for exceptions to academic policies.

Academic Support Services: Services provided include personal advising and counseling for academically at-risk students and other students seeking special consideration from the Committee on Academic Status. Staff members provide information about petitions to the Committee on Academic Status and guidance to students regarding academic policies and procedures.

Disability Services: Disability Services strives to create a comprehensively accessible living and learning environment to ensure that students with disabilities are viewed on the basis of ability by considering reasonable accommodation on an individual and flexible basis. The decision to request accommodation is voluntary and a matter of individual choice. Students seeking accommodation are strongly encouraged to notify the College and submit all supporting documentation early to allow adequate time for planning.

Documentation of Disability: Documentation serves two primary purposes. First, it establishes that the individual has a disability, and therefore is protected from discrimination. Second, documentation must describe the current functional impact of the disability so that potential accommodations can be identified.

All documentation of disability should consist of an evaluation by an appropriate professional that is not older than three years from the date of the first accommodation request. Included must be a clear statement of the diagnosis, the basis for the diagnosis, and the current impact of the disability as it relates to the accommodation request. As appropriate to the disability, the documentation should also include the following elements:

  • A diagnostic statement identifying the disability, date of the most current diagnostic evaluation, and the date of the original diagnosis.
  • A description of the diagnostic tests, methods, and/or criteria used including specific test results and standardized test scores, as well as the examiner's narrative interpretation.
  • A description of the current functional impact of the disability. This may be in the form of an examiner's narrative, and/or an interview, but must have a rational relationship to diagnostic assessments. For learning disabilities, current documentation is defined using adult norms.
  • A statement indicating treatments, medications, or assistive devices/services currently prescribed or in use, with a description of the mediating effects and potential side effects from such treatments.
  • A description of the expected progression or stability of the impact of the disability over time, particularly the next five years.
  • A history of previous accommodations and their impact.
  • The credentials of the diagnosing professional(s), if not clear from the letterhead or other forms. Please note that diagnosing professionals cannot be family members or others with a close personal relationship with the individual being evaluated.

Documentation of cognitive impairment such as Specific Learning Disability, Attention Deficit Disorder, or physical, medical, and psychological disorders affecting learning must include a comprehensive report of psycho-educational or neuropsychological evaluation meeting specified criteria. (See http://www.wm.edu/deanofstudents/disable/comprehensivereport.php for a list of criteria.) IEP or 504 plans will not be considered sufficient documentation unless also accompanied by a current and complete comprehensive report. Documentation prepared for specific non-educational venues such as the Social Security Administration or the Department of Veteran's Affairs may not meet these criteria. Records from school divisions concerning students exiting from special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) will be given due consideration in determining the presence of a qualifying disability and making accommodation decisions. All documentation of disability is considered confidential and will not be released without a student’s prior written consent. Beyond the more objective determination of a disability and its impact provided by external documentation, the College recognizes that input from the individual with a disability is also a rich and important source of information on the impact of disability and on the effectiveness of accommodations. Accommodation decisions are made on a case by case basis, considering the impact of a particular student's disability within the specific context of a college-level academic environment.

Judicial and Honor Systems at the College exist to promote a living and learning environment that reflects the values of the College community, especially those of personal responsibility and integrity. All students and student groups are expected to know and respect the College's high behavioral standards. An Assistant Dean of Students works to educate students, faculty and staff on the Student Code of Conduct and Honor Code, meets with students who have violated the Student Code of Conduct and/or the Honor Code and advises members of the honor and judicial councils. Students, faculty and staff may download a copy of the Campus Community Incident Report Form fromhttp://www.wm.edu/deanofstudents/ccir.pdf in order to submit reports of possible violations.

Learning Assistance Program: Assistance is delivered through workshops, presentations and individual counseling on a variety of topics including the learning process, time management, note-taking, textbook reading, exam preparation, money management, and communication skills.

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DINING SERVICES
221-2110 · http://www.wm.edu/dining

William and Mary Dining Services provides a summer dining program featuring meal plan options to meet the needs of each student. One of the three full-service dining facilities on campus is open for students and conference services business. The opening schedule is determined prior to the first summer session. The Commons Dining Hall features FFCo., Fresh Food Company, the newest food philosophy in the country. With FFCo., you will find attractive “unlimited seconds” food selections cooked to order at each station in exciting menu combinations that create a restaurant style atmosphere of quality, variety, and freshness. The Center Court in the University Center, features Real Food on Campus (RFoC), which provides “unlimited seconds” style dining and cooked to order stations. The Marketplace in the Campus Center is an a la carte food court setting. William and Mary Dining Services offer students a summer meal plan that provides a guaranteed number of meals to be used throughout the summer. The meal plan includes Flex Points. Flex Points are additional, non-taxable dollars included in the meal plan to provide flexibility and convenience. You may use these points to purchase additional meals or snacks during the day throughout all dining locations on campus. Theamount of Flex Points varies according to the meal plan selected. Additional Flex Points may be purchased in increments of $10 and added to your meal plan at any time during the summer. Not only can Flex points be used in the many dining locations on campus, but they can be used to purchase items in the convenience store on campus, the Students’ X-change. Details about the plans will be available on our web site April 1, 2006 or contact Dining Services at http://www.wm.edu/dining/.

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WILLIAM AND MARY EXPRESS ACCOUNT
221-2105 · ID Office, Campus Center 169 · http://www.wm.edu/idoffice

Online deposits: http://wmexpress.wm.edu

The William and Mary Express Account is a debit account linked to the student identification card. When deposits are made to the account, students can use their ID cards to purchase a variety of goods and services on campus and off-campus. Deposits to the Express account may be made at the ID Office, Office of the Bursar, Parking Services, the Student's X-Change in the University Center, Swem Library Copy Center, the Value Transfer Station (VTS) machine located in the lobby of Swem Library, and online at http://www.wm.edu/idoffice/wmexpress.php. The Express Account provides a secure method of handling transactions without the concerns associated with carrying cash. The card can be used to make purchases at the Bookstore, the Student's X-Change, the Candy Counter, Dining Services, the Tennis Center, the Student Recreation Center, Swem Library, Vending Machines, Laundry Machines, Telecommunications, and Parking Services, as well as at 21 locations off campus. No cash withdrawals may be made. For the protection of your Express account, vending readers will only display up to $10 of your account balance. Anyamount over $10 will not display on readers. Full balances are shown on printed receipts

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HEALTH CENTER
221-4386 · http://www.wm.edu/health
Summer Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:45am - 4:00pm;
Wednesday 10:00am - 4:00pm;
no weekend hours.

The Student Health Center provides high-quality, primary medical care for students who become ill or experience minor emergencies while away from home. The Health Center delivers a wide variety of services, many of which are covered by the Student Health Fee included in the Tuition and General Fee. There is a $5.00 copay for office visits, as well a fee for certain services, labs, pharmacy and medical supplies. A list of fees can be found on our website. All matters between a student and the Health Center staff are confidential. Except in the case of life threatening situations, medical emergencies, severe emotional or psychological distress, or when required and/or permitted by law, information will not be released without the student's written consent. Medical services are provided for all full-time students and for those graduate students certified by the Dean of their school to be doing the “equivalent of full-time work.” In order to be eligible for medical care, graduate and undergraduate students must have paid a Health Fee for the current semester and met the Health Evaluation Form requirements including a physical examination and submission of an official immunization record. Students choosing to seek care at an off campus site are responsible for charges incurred. Likewise, if medical necessity requires a Health Center staff member to refer a student to an off campus specialist, costs associated with the off campus services become the student's financial responsibility. Students are strongly encouraged to carry health insurance to assist with the cost of health care.

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HOUSING
221-4314 · Office of Residence Life, Campus Center 212 · http://www.wm.edu/reslife/summer/undergraduate.php

Residence Life offers housing for students enrolled in summer school courses (at least three hours of credit) or who are participating with faculty in research programs as approved by the Dean of Undergraduate Studies. Summer School students will be housed in air conditioned double rooms in Bryan Hall and in a limited number of air conditioned single rooms in Harrison and Page Halls in the Randolph Complex. Summer School students will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis according to the date their online application is received in Residence Life.

STUDENT ID CARDS
221-2105 · ID Office, Campus Center 169 · http://www.wm.edu/idoffice
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

The William and Mary student identification card is the College's official form of identification prepared by the ID Office for each student. It functions as a campus meal card, a library card, a door access card to residence halls, recreational facilities and academic buildings, and a bus pass for all Williamsburg Area Transit busses. Student ID cards are not transferable and are intended for the sole use of the student to whom it is issued. An ID used by anyone other than its owner may be confiscated and the person using the ID may be subject to disciplinary action. Because cards provide access to secured buildings and financial accounts, lost cards should be reported immediately to the ID Office during business hours, and to Campus Police evenings and weekends. These offices can issue temporary replacement cards at no charge to allow students time to search for misplaced ID's without losing access to accounts and buildings. This process also ensures that misplaced cards cannot be used by others. Temporary replacement cards must be returned to re-activate a new or found ID card and a $20 charge is assessed for lost or damaged cards and temporary cards not returned. If an ID card has been stolen and a police report has been filed, the replacement charge is waived if you provide a police report and is brought into the ID office.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
221-4357 (221-HELP) · Jones Hall, 7 · http://www.wm.edu/it

Security: All students attending William and Mary must read and understand the computer security policies and guidelines available at http://www.wm.edu/it.

Technology Support Center: The Technology Support Center (TSC) provides a single point of contact for answers to questions about computing, telecommunications, cable television and audio-visual technology services. Student and professional consultants and analysts can answer questions, provide warranty repair, and offer purchasing recommendations.

 

Computer Labs: Over 300 computers are available in Public Access Computing Labs (PACLabs) throughout campus. Each of these computers is equipped to offer students an internet browser, email, Microsoft and Corel Office, course-required software, Internet access and laser printing capability. The PAC Labs in Jones, Swem, Tyler and Morton halls also have scanning stations.

Computer Purchases: Information about and general recommendations on hardware and software that will meet minimum requirements for academic computing at the College is available through IT's website.

Network Services: Students living on campus will be provided a 100Mb ethernet connection to connect their computer to the College network and the Internet. This connection requires an ethernet card (not a modem) installed inside the student's computer.

Accounts: In order to use the services available to students, several accounts are required. These include a public access computing lab account, a UNIX and sftp account and an electronic mail account. These accounts share the same user ID and will also be used for access to the William and Mary portal, myWM at http://my.wm.edu. This portal is used for access to course registration, Blackboard, webmail and many other resources. In addition, students have a voicemail password and a long distance authorization code. Students are responsible for all activities that are undertaken using their accounts. As a result, account sharing of any kind is a violation of College policy. Students' passwords must never be communicated to anyone. If a password is forgotten, it must be reset. This activity will only be performed if the identity of the account owner is verified, with a valid student ID, at the Technology Support Center.

Account Security: Leaving lab computers unattended is dangerous to system security and the users' personal files. People have taken advantage of such unwary users by erasing files and sending rude mail to third parties. Obviously, such actions are unacceptable; however, punishment of the malicious user comes after the damage is done. To further prevent unauthorized account access, account passwords should be changed frequently.

Account Privacy: To protect the interests of the College community, it is necessary for College officials to reserve the right to access and/or examine individual personal files on maintained systems if and on if there is evidence that those files compromise the security of the system involved or the files themselves constitute a violation of any prohibited item in this policy document. Investigations of suspected security or policy violations which require the examination of files must receive prior approval from the Associate Provost of Information Technology or his designee. In such situations, College officials will inform the users whose files required examination of the reasons that required the search. No computer security system, no matter how elaborate, can absolutely prevent a determined person from accessing stored information that they are not authorized to access. Thus, while IT makes every attempt to provide a reasonable level of confidentiality for information stored on the network, we cannot guarantee the privacy or confidentiality of any information stored on it. Therefore, if there is any information that the user absolutely does not want another person to see or access, then it should not be stored on a computer network.

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SWEM LIBRARY
221-INFO · http://www.swem.wm.edu

Mission and Services: The Earl Gregg Swem Library actively participates in the teaching and research missions of the College of William and Mary by providing services, collections, staff, and facilities that enrich and inform the educational experience. The library fulfills this mission by helping students, faculty, staff, and visitors find information and learn research skills; selecting and acquiring the best resources for the College's curricular and research needs; and organizing, preserving, and providing access to these resources efficiently and effectively.

Collections: Swem Library's collection includes 1,249,073 cataloged volumes; 1,461,553 microforms; 588,806 government publications; 23,119 maps; 5,724 print periodicals and serials; 28,436 multi-media materials; and 11,816 linear feet of manuscripts and archives. In addition to the main library, Swem Library has separate libraries for Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Music, and Physics. Additional William and Mary libraries serve the Schools of Education, Business Administration, Law, and Marine Science. The library offers many electronic resources, including an online catalog (LION) and access to more than 200 databases and 10,000 electronic journals. These are available through Swem's home page (http://www.swem.wm.edu). For more information, visit the library's home page or contact the Reference Department at 221-3067 or sweref@wm.edu.

Reference Services: Reference librarians, available most hours that the library is open, can help identify library resources that are potentially useful for a particular project, explain the use of specific information tools, assist with searching electronic databases, offer group instruction to classes, and provide general advice on using the library. Contact the Reference Department at 221-3067,sweref@wm.edu, or by visiting the Reference Department's web page at http://www.swem.wm.edu/Services/Reference.

Government Information Services: The Government Information Department provides access to federal, state, and international documents. Swem Library is a depository for publications issued by the United States and Virginia governments. Access to electronic government information on the World Wide Web is provided at the Government Information Department's home page: http://www.swem.wm.edu/GOVDOC/docpage.html. Specialized indexes for microform collections of government titles are available in the department. Contact the Government Information Department at 221-3064 or swedoc@wm.edu.

Circulation Services: All of the library's collections are available for use within the library, and most items can be borrowed for use outside the building. Undergraduates may borrow most items for thirty days; graduate students, staff, and faculty receive longer loan periods. All students, staff, and faculty must present a current college ID card to borrow materials. The use of Swem Library is subject to the principles of the Honor Code. More information about Circulation services can be found at: http://www.swem.wm.edu/Services/Circ. Library users may check their own records to see lists of items they currently have checked out, renew items, and view holds and fines. Please visit www.swem.wm.edu and click on “Your Records.” Contact the Circulation Department at 221-3072 or< a href="mailto:swcirc@wm.edu">swcirc@wm.edu.

Reserve Readings: The library operates a reserves service to assure equitable access to items that professors assign as class readings. For more information, contact the Reserves Department at 221- 3072 orswresv@wm.edu.

Interlibrary Loans: If a book, journal article, or other item is not available at William and Mary, it can usually be borrowed from another library. Requests for such materials may be submitted at http://www.swem.wm.edu/Services/ILL. Students should allow a minimum of two weeks for an interlibrary loan request to be filled. Contact the Interlibrary Loan Department at 221-3089 or sweill@wm.edu.

Library Hours: Call 221-INFO twenty-four hours a day for information on library hours or visit http://www.swem.wm.edu/Guide/hours.htm.

Special Collections: Swem Library's Special Collections Division includes the University Archives and the Manuscripts and Rare Books Department. The University Archives documents the history of the college from its founding in 1693 to the present. The department collects publications, photographs, official records, artifacts, memorabilia, and other materials relating to the College. The Manuscripts and Rare Books Department includes books dating back to 1479, eighteenth and nineteenth century Virginia family papers, papers of distinguished alumni and Virginia political leaders, travel accounts, and local history materials. These books and manuscripts can be located through LION, Swem's online catalog. For the latest information on Special Collections, visit http://www.swem.wm.edu/SpColl. Computers, Collaboration, Study, and Media: Swem's recently renovated building includes networked and wireless connections throughout the building. There are more than one hundred computers, including laptops, in the library. Numerous group study rooms are available for collaborative use. A Media Center, with equipment, software, and support for using and creating media, is also available.

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OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS
221-2300 · Campus Center 107 · http://www.wm.edu/multiculturalaffairs/

The Office of Multicultural Affairs is committed to improving the overall quality of life for students of color and international students on campus by developing and implementing educational and social programs, by assisting the College in the recruitment and retention of a diverse student population, by providing individual counseling and support for students of color and international students and advising the many cultural organizations on campus. Staff members in the Office of Multicultural Affairs serve to educate the campus community about issues of diversity and serve as the administrative liaison to numerous student organizations. The Assistant Director is responsible for a broad range of services including advising and counseling students of color and assisting in the development, evaluation, and coordination of programs for students of color.

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PARKING SERVICES
221-4764 · 201 Ukrop Way · http://www.wm.edu/parking/
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:45am. to 4:30pm
Enforcement Hours: 24 hours a day

All motor vehicles operated or parked on College property, including motorcycles, motorbikes and vehicles with handicapped plates or hang tags, must be registered with Parking Services. A registration decal is required to park on campus 24 hours a day, beginning Monday at 7:30am through Friday at 5:00pm, except in metered spaces as posted. The Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) offers assistance to stranded motorists on College property 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday - Friday.

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CAMPUS POLICE DEPARTMENT
221-4596 (in an emergency dial 911) · Campus Police Station · http://www.wm.edu/police/
Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The College of William and Mary Police Department is a State of Virginia accredited police department providing comprehensive police services to the university community. The staff of the Department is committed to the creation and maintenance of an environment conducive to the education mission of the College. We are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

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COLLEGE POSTAL SERVICES
221-4491 · University Center 110

Postal Services summer student service's window hours are from 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday. The College's full service United States Postal Services Contract Unit is open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm, excluding federal holidays. In addition to the full-service post office, stamp machines are located in the University Center . College Postal Services also provide a delivery point for students receiving packages from such carriers as UPS, FEDEX, and DHL. Additional information for Postal Services may be found on the Facilities Management web site. If you have any questions you may email the director at rhsear@wm.edu.

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RECREATION CENTER
221-3310 · Compton and Brooks Streets · http://www.wm.edu/recsports/

The Student Recreation Center, at the corner of Compton and Brooks Streets, contains the Alan B. Miller Gymnasium, a fitness room, weight room, 5 racquetball courts (2 wallyball courts), 2 squash courts, an 8-lane pool, fitness trail, sauna, Recreational Sports offices, outdoor basketball/volleyball/floor hockey court (lighted), and volleyball court.  Use the contact numbers above to learn more about the availability and use of other on-campus recreation facilities.

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WRITING RESOURCES CENTER
221-3925 · Tucker Hall 115 · http://www.wm.edu/wrc/

The Writing Resources Center provides an open, comfortable place for talking about writing and oral communication. During appointments, undergraduate consultants work one-on-one with students at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming or revisions to final papers or presentations. In addition to these free individual consultations, the WRC offers reference material including handouts, grammar handbooks, dictionaries, and up-to-date documentation manuals (MLA, APA, Chicago). Although walk-in consultations are available, students are encouraged to call to make an appointment.

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