The Learning Hub offers an array of programming to support SLU students in their coursework, including both one-to-one sessions and workshops. The Hub is staffed by professionals with years of teaching experience.
For handouts from our workshops alongside links to other writing guides visit our Resources For Writers page.
Location
25 W. 43rd Street, 14th floor
Contact
Michael Rymer, Associate Director
michael.rymer@slu.cuny.edu
646-313-8322
One-to-one Sessions
- If you have a Learning Hub account, sign in here.
- Alternately, you can create an account by following these steps.
Writing
Writing sessions provide students the chance to talk about their work with a professional writer. Students are welcome to schedule an appointment at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to fine-tuning a final draft. We can also help with managing a heavy reading load. Writing sessions can be in-person or online. Review the schedule and sign up.
Quantitative Reasoning
Are you working on a quantitative project? SLU’s Quantitative Reasoning Fellow is available for one-to-one sessions focused on developing survey tools and using SPSS, among other areas. Review the schedule and sign up.
Reference
One-to-one reference sessions allow students to connect with SLU’s librarian, Mason Brown. Mason can help students access SLU’s library databases and find quality sources for research projects. Students can sign up on our online schedule. Mason is also available to meet with students by appointment. Email him at mbrown3@gc.cuny.edu.
Digital Portfolios
Developing a digital portfolio that includes selected academic work, a bio and your resume can have many benefits for students, including for job searches and applications to graduate and professional programs. Our Digital Portfolios Specialist is available to work with students in one-to-one sessions. See the digital portfolios site for more information and sample portfolios.
Workshops and Events
Summer ’24 Pre-College Workshops
*These workshops are open to all, but specifically designed for SLU’s pre-college students
*No registration required. Click on title for Zoom link.
July
Introduction to College Applications and Writing Admissions Essays
Wednesday, 7/31 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students entering twelfth grade. We will provide an overview of the application process for post-secondary institutions, including what application materials are generally required. Additionally, we will provide some resources in writing your admissions essay or personal statement.
August
Admissions Essay Writing & Revision Workshop
Thursday, 8/1 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students who have begun outlining, planning, or drafting their admissions essay or personal statement and would like some coaching from a writing advisor.
Preparing for College: Organization, Planning & Time Management
Wednesday, 8/7 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop will help you prepare as you enter college-level course work. We will introduce organizational strategies, ideas for planning your time, and tips for how to manage competing academic priorities.
Admissions Essay Writing & Revision Workshop
Thursday, 8/8 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students who have begun outlining, planning, or drafting their admissions essay or personal statement and would like some coaching from a writing advisor.
Preparing for College: Note Taking and Classroom Participation
Wednesday, 8/14 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop will help you develop note taking skills and confidence to participate in classroom discussions. We will introduce note taking strategies that will be helpful for all your future coursework.
Admissions Essay Writing & Revision Workshop
Thursday, 8/15 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students who have begun outlining, planning, or drafting their admissions essay or personal statement and would like some coaching from a writing advisor.
Preparing for College: Communicating with Faculty & Staff
Thursday, 8/22 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
Sometimes it can be overwhelming to communicate with faculty and staff at college. This workshop will give you the foundation for email etiquette in higher education and help you develop the tools you need to communicate effectively.
Introduction to Coursework in Literacy
Friday, 8/23 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students enrolled to take URB 102 – Writing 1 in Fall 2024. This workshop will provide literacy resources and practical skills to positively engage with reading and writing assignments in the upcoming coursework.
Introduction to Coursework in Numeracy
Tuesday, 8/27 – (5:30-6:30pm – online)
This workshop is intended for students enrolled to take URB 101 – Statistics for Social Change in Fall 2024. This workshop will provide resources in numeracy and practical skills to positively engage with the upcoming coursework.
What Students Say About the Learning Hub
In our post-session surveys, we ask students “What would you like your fellow students to know about the Learning Hub?” Here is what some of them have said.
“Always helpful all the time. S. is a gem and always helps me organize my thoughts, especially when I get off track.“
“I learned how to organize my paper better and produce a better paper.“
“I want the other students to know that my experience at SLU Writing Hub is always exceptional. M. is very knowledgeable and we have been working together the entire semester. I have learned a lot from M. and I am grateful for M’s dedication. I give M. an A+++++“
“My sessions with Learning Hub allowed me to become a better writer.“
“It’s a great service that helps you understand your own writing, your concerns, and brings clarity to what is a difficult art to master.“
“I was given great insight on how to make my writing assignment better.“
“The Learning Hub team is fantastic. They help to break your project down into bite-sized pieces to reduce the stress and anxiety that can mount as you are approaching critical academic deadlines. I appreciate the clear, thoughtful, yet scholarly guidance.“
“Extremely helpful! S. was great at gently guiding me with helpful feedback without doing the work for me!“
“Talking with S. early on in my writing process was incredibly helpful! It was a bit daunting to come into this session before I totally know what I’m doing with my paper, but it was really helpful to talk through how I’m thinking about the paper, and think about how I can come up with an outline structure that will help me with both my research/analysis and the writing. Highly recommend!“
“Really great resource and a great way to get help if you are stuck on a project or need help brainstorming.“
“I would like to tell fellow students that the Learning Hub helped me to organize my thoughts and write more concisely. My paper became much better with feedback from the writing consultant.“
“The Learning Hub is a terrific forum for building confidence in your writing. Each staff member I have interacted with has provided outstanding feedback and guidance.“
“There’s no judgement, just helpful constructive criticism. I truly believe they want you to do well and really want you to win!!“
“I came to the Learning Hub with a paper I felt good about and came out with plans that make the paper better and make me feel more confident in my work!“
“I urge all SLU students to make it their priority to utilize the services and workshops provided by the SLU learning Hub. The Learning Hub provides excellent support and help for all SLU students regardless of how far along you may be in the graduate program. I’m currently working on my Capstone (Thesis) Project and I am still benefiting from the expert writing consultants at the Learning Hub. I have been utilizing this service each semester while attending SLU.“
“The place to go when you want some fresh insight into your assignment.“
“I would like to tell fellow students that the Learning Hub is a good way to learn new ideas for writing clearly. I was able to talk about my paper and receive a clearer understanding of my assignment.“
“It’s great to bounce ideas off of someone else. The suggestions are extremely helpful.“
The Learning Hub team is here to help!
- Register for one-to-one session
- Attend a workshop or event