Workshops
SUMMER 2021
Improve Your Writing Projects: Maximizing Resources Online and In Person
FACILITATED BY DEBORAH RAINEY and CATHY WOLLMAN
Join us for a discussion with topics such as planning, prioritizing, reducing distractions and stress, and becoming familiar with writing resources whether on campus or in the online world. Come with any questions you may have or simply bring some curiosity.
SESSION #1:
Tuesday, March 15 // 6-7 p.m.
https://zoom.us/j/95583032557?pwd=SjNvamtUNFVDNzIxLzZqSkZSUU5Tdz09
Meeting ID: 955 8303 2557
Passcode: writing
SESSION #2:
Saturday, March 19 // 11 a.m.-noon
https://zoom.us/j/95395958880?pwd=cndRYVArWFU3M1l0aEdqQnpkK3F4dz09
Meeting ID: 953 9595 8880
Passcode: Writing
APA: The Basics
FACILITATED BY FRANKIE WARD
Whether you are new to APA Style or just a little rusty this workshop is for you. We will cover the basics that will help you format and start your paper. We will also look at some of the best tools/resources on the web for APA style.
SESSION #1:
Tuesday, March 22 // 10-11 a.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/8209560854
SESSION #2:
Thursday, March 24 // 1-2 p.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/8209560854
Writing Engaging Introductions
FACILITATED BY MICHAEL JAMIESON
It’s 11:37 p.m. the night before your paper is due. You are staring at a blank screen. You just have no idea how to get started. You know what you want to say, you just have no idea how to say it. How should you begin? In this workshop, we will develop tried and tested strategies for getting your paper started so that it will grab your reader’s attention, build up to a beautifully composed thesis-statement, and create an easy framework on which to build the rest of your paper. Introductions are easy once you learn a few, easy strategies!
SESSION #1:
Tuesday, March 29 // 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/91801013075
Meeting ID: 918 0101 3075
SESSION #2:
Friday, April 1 // 11 a.m. – noon
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/99258795604
Meeting ID: 992 5879 5604
Poetry and Mindfulness
FACILITATED BY GENEVIEVE WILLIAMS
We will read and discuss several poems that fit the theme of mindfulness, do a body scan meditation, and have time to write and share!
SESSION #1
Monday, April 4 // 1-2 p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86594645016?pwd=OE41YXpXMXJ3cjgyYkVnc2RaazNYQT09
Meeting ID: 865 9464 5016
Passcode: gWy8GC
SESSION #2
Thursday, April 7 // 5-6 p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86594645016?pwd=OE41YXpXMXJ3cjgyYkVnc2RaazNYQT09
Meeting ID: 865 9464 5016
Passcode: gWy8GC
Writing a Strong Thesis Statement
FACILITATED BY NORAH MORRIS
Getting started with a paper can be as challenging as writing the last sentence. However, developing a strong thesis statement
can make all the difference. Start with a simple idea and work on it, rework it and make it work for you.
SESSION #1:
Tuesday, April 19 // 1-2 p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83725330936?pwd=V3UxK3RnWnh0b2dIZFFncFJOajJDUT09
Meeting ID: 837 2533 0936
Passcode: pPWa41
SESSION #2:
Thursday, April 21 // 8-9 a.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84553714669?pwd=TEJJa2JaNUt5TEdmalZuaGRBcUZlQT09
Meeting ID: 845 5371 4669
Passcode: fHX27s
Procrastination
FACILITATED BY CAL OLSON
What does it mean when my instructor tells me to develop my paragraphs? Why do I keep getting the same comments on my papers? How do I know what my instructor wants me to revise, and in what way? This workshop will provide some general tips for how to engage with and apply marginal comments and other feedback.
SESSION #1:
Sunday, May 1 // noon-1 p.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/95077752751
SESSION #2:
Monday, May 2 // 7-8 p.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/97470108684
Writing a Personal Statement
FACILITATED BY AMY SATHER
Scholarships, school applications, study abroad, and many other applications ask for personal statement essays. This workshop will provide ideas on how to structure a personal statement. How to read a prompt to know what you need to include. How to think about your audience and stand out from the rest of the applicants. You are welcome to bring an application you are working on or simply come and learn about this unique form of writing.
SESSION #1:
Monday, May 9 // 7-8 p.m.
https://unomaha.zoom.us/j/94965586849
SESSION #2:
Saturday, May 14 // noon-1 p.m.