Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program

WRT 245/ENG 285: Advanced Writing and Peer Tutoring

Please note: WRT 245 was formerly CAS 245

Course Description

WRT 245/ENG 285 prepares selected sophomores, juniors and eligible freshmen for work as Writing Fellows. The course design reflects the kind of growth that is necessary for a strong, intuitive writer and speaker to become a successful reader, listener and responder in peer-tutoring situations. Through a great deal of writing and rewriting, critical reading of published essays and student work, and informal and formal speaking, students will develop a conscious understanding of themselves as communicators and become aware of the choices they make to reach their audience. Before tutoring on their own, students will observe Writing and Speaking Center consultants conducting sessions as part of a mentoring program. By the semester's end, students should be ready to take on their own hours as peer tutors. (Fall) This course satisfies a requirement for the Citation for Achievement in College Leadership. Students who register for this course must also register for the WRT 245 Recitation.

What is involved in WRT 245?

Example Schedule Fall 2013
Example Requirements for Fall 2013

What are Writing Fellows?

Writing Fellows are peer tutors who have been trained through Advanced Writing and Peer Tutoring [WRT 245/ENG 285] to critique the writing of students from across the College in a variety of contexts, including in-person and on-line tutoring sessions. Writing Fellows earn $10.25 per hour.

How Do I Apply?

Please pick up an application for WRT 245/ENG 285 in The Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program office, Rush Rhees G-121. You may also access an application electronically by clicking here. Application review begins after spring break and continues until the course is full. Applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Prerequisite: Completion of 105/E or the Primary Writing Requirement.

Questions?
Contact:

Stefanie Sydelnik
Associate Director, Lecturer
Phone: (585) 273-3584
stefanie.sydelnik@rochester.edu

Hilary Wermers
Secretary/Writing Center Assistant
Phone: (585) 273-3855
hwermers@ur.rochester.edu