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On-campus Writing Services and Support

UT Learning Center (UTLC) - One-on-one guidance to help graduate students improve their skills, confidence, and professionalism when writing fellowship applications, CV/resume, research papers, theses, or dissertations.  UTLC charges $13.50 per session, but currently offers graduate students ten free promotional consultations.  To make an appointment, go to: http://www.utexas.edu/student/utlc/.

 

UT Law School - Law students who need to learn to write like a lawyer should contact the Law School Writing Center.  To make an appointment, to go: http://www.utexas.edu/law/depts/writing/

 

International Office - Offers courses on academic writing for international students.  More details at http://www.utexas.edu/student/esl/.

 

Campus Career Centers - It may be useful to investigate what writing support you can get from your college or school's career office with respect to producing resumes, CVs, and cover letters.  Telephone numbers for each of these offices can be found on http://hiretexas.utexas.edu/cso.php

 

Remember, also, to take advantage of the on-line resources available on the Career Office's web sites.  For example, Liberal Arts Career Services offers useful advice and templates for crafting resumes, cover letters, and other kinds of professional correspondence.  Access these at http://www.utexas.edu/cola/lacs/resumes_and_more/