The Learning, Teaching, and Research Center

Thompson Memorial Library (Main Library) in Room 122

Writing Consultants provide all Vassar students with a community of experienced peer-readers and writers by offering free, one-to-one consultations at any stage of the writing process—from generating a thesis and structuring an argument to fine-tuning a draft. Writers are invited to bring any type of writing project to the Center, including academic essays from any discipline, lab reports, creative writing, senior theses, fellowship statements, and other application materials such as resumes and cover letters. Writers can also bring speaking assignments, including oral and multimedia presentations, poster talks, and teaching plans for leading class discussions.

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Peer Academic Consultants support you in balancing your coursework with other time commitments. Have you ever felt anxious when preparing for assignments and exams? Would you like help developing your study skills? Are you unsure of what other resources Vassar provides for academic support? Our Peer Academic Consultants (PACs) are students who are here to support your personal and academic success with free peer mentoring services in an informal and friendly setting. We are available to help with: time management, note-taking, goal-tracking, connection to resources, organization skills, and study strategies. These are only some of the many skills we can help you develop! We want to assist you in finding strategies to lower your stress and improve your academic performance in ways that enhance your overall success and well-being.