Welcome to The Metro Writing Studio

The Metro Writing Studio is open to assist with final exam writing from Dec 13th –  Dec 19th, 2023.  The Studio will close for the fall semester on 12/20/2023. 

Students enrolled in WRIT1000/1001 courses are encouraged to bring their final essay assignments for tutoring support.
 

For all other students who would like assistance on their writing for a final exam or project,   written permission from the instructor specifying the assignment that is permitted will be required. 

For fall semester, 2023, The Metro Writing Studio is open daily Monday through Friday for in-person and virtual support. We are located on the 2nd Floor of the Metropolitan Library behind “Reference”. Contact us at 201-692-2166. Select “Schedule a Visit” to make an appointment and to see our list of daily hours and options. 

  • In-Person Hours: 10:00AM-4:00PM daily with additional hours on T/TH
  • Virtual Hours: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm M/W/F, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Thursday

Drop-ins and walk-ins welcome!

Schedule a visit

Workshop Events

NOTE: Mobile-device access may display incorrect scheduling information.  Please use a desk-top for correct image display information and schedule. 
 
Writers may make appointments by clicking the “Schedule a visit” button above. Appointments take place on Zoom and in-person.
 

What we do: The Metro Writing Studio provides free writing support to undergraduate and graduate students and all FDU faculty and staff. In one-on-one consultations and workshops, our consultants offer feedback and strategies to help you improve at every stage of your writing, from brainstorming to final drafts. 

Who’s eligible: We will work with any currently-enrolled FDU Metro undergraduate or graduate student, and all Metro faculty and staff.   Metro Alumni are also eligible for services.  Want to know more? Contact the Metro Writing Studio at metrowritingstudio@fdu.edu.

Style Guides
APA Style Guide
MLA Style Guide

Workshop Schedule: Fall 2023

These free workshops are open to all FDU students, faculty, and staff. No registration is required to attend; however, you will need to login to the appropriate ZOOM meeting ID in order to connect to the virtual presentation.   Consult Metro Writing Studio website at https://www.fdu.edu/academics/colleges-schools/becton/literature/metro-writing-studio/

or email Julia Wagner, Director, at jawagner@fdu.edu for more information about the workshops and the tutoring services offered at the Metro Writing Studio.

In addition, for a full list of Metropolitan Library Workshops and how to access them, see the link:  https://fdu.libcal.com/calendar/online?cid=13729&t=m&d=0000-00-00&cal=13729&inc=0

Registration information: logon to the ZOOM meeting 10 minutes prior to presentation times.

Writing in the Sciences
September 7thth (TH)
5:30 – 7:00 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Helen Kuttner will introduce skills specific to scientific writing, as well as inform this audience regarding the additional writing support services available to them through the Metro Writing Studio.
To attend: Please login to this meeting 10 minutes prior to start time.
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 98632778484
PASSWORD: 768295
MEETING LINK: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/98632778484?pwd=WmsySEViVzdoOVZyeVpGN2ZjSlJHUT09

*EVENT CANCELED* Celebrating Spanish Heritage
September 27th (W)
5:30 – 7:00 PM
ZOOM Presentation
A valentine to Latin culture, join Professor Claudia Arones as she presents an engaging and festive reminder of the best of Spanish culture.
To attend: login in 10 minutes prior to start of session.
GA: Reema
ZOOM ID: 929 0438 7024
PASSWORD: 074540
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/92904387024?pwd=MVYyWC9INFRYTDFJRHVjYkhwcWpCZz09

Introduction to MLA 9th Edition Format
October 5 (TH)
10:00 – 11:30 AM
ZOOM Presentation
Join Professor Yelena Shekhtman as she introduces and reviews the 9th Edition of MLA format for students.
To attend: Login 10 minutes prior to the start of the session.
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 93937737087
PASSWORD: 748773
Meeting link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/93937737087?pwd=dHJ4dFdzREd3YXY1Kyt2NTJiMDdkUT09

Essential Spoken English for International Students
October 9th (M)
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Culled from Professor Paul Caruso’s teaching experiences abroad, this participatory workshop will help international students improve their English conversation skills in the classroom and among their peers.
To attend: login to this meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of this workshop.
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 97345311042
PASSWORD: 081885
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/97345311042?pwd=LzhmaGFWVXJQUzVLekxmTUdzdmpvQT09

Introduction to APA Format
October 4th (W)
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Danielle DesFosses will cover the basics of APA formatting, commonly used to cite sources in academic writing, and guide students through practice exercises. This workshop will be repeated on Wednesday, Nov 1 from 2:00 – 3:30PM
To attend: login to the missing 10 minutes prior to the start of this workshop
GA: Reema
ZOOM ID: 935 9905 8382
PASSWORD: 696158
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/93599058382?pwd=RXRMd1ZKc3cweTBiZlE5dzRHRTBKUT09

Advanced APA Format
October 4th (W)
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Designed for those who know the basics of APA, this workshop, presented by Helen Kuttner, will offer a brief APA overview before launching into more complicated citation issues. A question and answer period will follow for your specific APA Format questions. This workshop will be repeated on Thursday, November 2nd from 2:30 – 4:00 PM.
To attend: login to this meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of this workshop.
GA: REEMA
ZOOM ID: 929 6614 4364
PASSWORD: 658431
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/92966144364?pwd=c3VTckh1MGF6SytPRktuQ0lZU0t5QT09

Basic Grammar
October 9th (M)
1:00PM – 2:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Rochelle Moskowitz will introduce, explain, and then help students to recognize the most common mechanical errors within their own writing focusing on the The Comma and what makes a great sentence.
To attend: Please login to the meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of this workshop.
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 973 0628 8710
PASSWORD: 723294
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/97306288710?pwd=aXRpVzZNZWl2eTJEcjlFUzE4eHVLZz09

Basic Grammar
October 20th (F)
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Rochelle Moskowitz hosts a grammar workshop on The Definite and Indefinite Article and how to employ them in student writing.
To attend: Please login to the meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of this workshop.
GA: Reema
ZOOM ID: 962 8434 1243
PASSWORD: 175735
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/96284341243?pwd=b3BySXRGaExBM2FrNW1vaTNCK29LUT09

Introduction to APA Format
November 1 (W)
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Danielle Des Fosses will cover the basics of APA formatting, commonly used to cite sources in academic writing, and guide students through practice exercises. This workshop is a repeat of the workshop offered on October 4th from 2 – 3:30 PM.
To attend: Please login to the meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of your workshop
GA: REEMA
ZOOM ID: 975 8101 5844
PASSWORD: 737547
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/97581015844?pwd=VkdhQ1Z1UFZnRldYVzFTTkd1cjNiUT09

ESL Casual Conversations in English
November 1 (W)
Metro Writing Studio
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Topic: Discussing the Weather
This is an in-person workshop held in The Metro Writing Studio. FDU students (bring ID) who are non-native speakers of English are invited to practice their spoken English. Your host, Rochelle Moskowitz,  will facilitate informal, group discussion; assist with pronunciation; and answer questions about colloquial English. For more information call (201) 692- 2166,  or stop by the Studio on the 2nd floor of The Metropolitan Library, behind Reference.  

Advanced APA Format
November 2nd (TH)
2:30 PM -4:00 PM
ZOOM Presentation
Designed for those who know the basics of APA, this workshop, presented by Helen Kuttner, will offer a brief APA overview before launching into more complicated citation issues. A question and answer period will follow for your specific APA format questions. This workshop is a repeat of the workshop offered on Oct 4th 6:00 – 7:30 PM.
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 92088084757
PASSWORD: 656320
MEETING LINK: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/92088084757?pwd=MHZzS2NYUmRZVjF1OWRiYUJIRGR6QT09

Creating the Works Cited List
November 9th (TH)
10:00 – 11:30 AM
ZOOM Presentation
Yelena Shekhtman will lead this workshop designed for those who are familiar with the basics of MLA parenthetical citation; she will focus on how to create the work cited list.
To attend: login to this meeting 10 minutes prior to your workshop
GA: Sathvika
ZOOM ID: 92613538669
PASSWORD: 738115
Meeting Link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/92613538669?pwd=TkVQRnF0L1poVlhIVFMzS053RnpjUT09

ESL Conversation Schedule

Non-native speakers of English are invited to come practice spoken language skills at the Metro Writing Studio. We look forward to resuming the ESL Conversation schedule in the Fall semester.  

Referral form

Referral forms are not necessary; tutoring is available on a drop-in basis. However, faculty may refer students to the Writing Studio by completing the online referral form to those students in need of assistance.

To fill out a referral form please click here: Referral Form

FAQ’s

The Metro Writing Studio provides free, individualized tutoring in writing and writing workshops to help students, faculty, and staff at Fairleigh Dickinson University improve their writing skills.

  • Where is the Metro Writing Studio?
    We are located on the second floor of the Metropolitan Campus Library (on the Metropolitan campus in Teaneck) behind the Reference/Circulation Desk.
  • What are the hours of operation?
    Monday-Thursday 10.00 am to 7.00 pm Friday 10.00 am to 4.00 pm, Sunday 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm. The Studio, which offers wireless connection to the Internet to those with an FDU webmail account, is open as a quiet and comfortable study space whenever the library is open.
  • Who may use the Studio?
    Students who are matriculated at Fairleigh Dickinson (whether undergraduate or graduate, part-time or full-time), faculty, and staff are eligible to make use of all the Studio’s offerings.
  • What kind of help do the tutors provide?
    Tutors assist students with all phases of the writing process from brainstorming ideas to polishing the final draft. We do not, however, offer proofreading or editing services; our goal is to teach students how do such things for themselves.
  • Do I need to make an appointment to see a tutor?
    No, we see students mainly on a drop-in-basis (limited appointments become available later in the semester). On occasion, you might have to wait before a tutor is free to work with you, so plan your time wisely. Be sure to fill out a Request for Tutoring Form upon your arrival.
  • What should I bring when I see a tutor?
    You should bring the assignment given to you by your instructor, the materials (such as articles or books) upon which the assignment is based, and a printed copy of what you have written so far.
  • What other types of services does the Studio provide?
    Throughout the semester, we offer workshops on various writing-related topics such as how to recognize and avoid plagiarism and how to use MLA and APA citation formats. International students can practice their speaking skills six times a semester at our English conversation workshops.

One of the top academic priorities of the Metropolitan Campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University is to graduate students who are competent and confident writers. To advance this goal, the Campus Writing Initiative, an innovative, comprehensive, campus-wide commitment to student writing, was adopted. The Metro Writing Studio supports the Campus Writing Initiative and reinforces the philosophy of the Writing Program.

Faculty and Tutors

  • Julia Wagner, Director, Metro Writing Studio
    Department of Literature, Languages, Writing, and Humanities

Tutors

  • Claudia Arones
  • Ruth Morrison
  • Helen Kuttner
  • Yelena Shekhtman
  • Lisa Karrer
  • David Simons
  • Terry Gibson
  • Danielle Des Fosses
  • Ron Chavious
  • James Veach
  • Irene Konstantinidis
  • Josie Horna
  • Paul Caruso

Graduate Assistants

  • Reema Patel
  • Sathvika ReddyEtta
  • Roopesh Nagineni