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Upcoming Workshops

October 5, 2023 @ 12:00-12:45p

Learn how to get un-stuck! In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for developing your ideas via brainstorming and research.

Presenter: Elizabeth Gripping, Student Academic Success

Location: online or in person (details available upon registration)
October 11, 2023 @ 10:00-10:45a

Learn how to engage your reader, from the first sentence to the last, with a strong introduction and a compelling conclusion! (You might get more from this workshop if you've attended the "Crafting an Argument" workshop first. But come, even if you haven't.)

Presenter: Elizabeth Gripping, Student Academic Success

Location: online or in person (details available upon registration)
October 18, 2023 @ 9:45-11:00a

You’ve got a stack of articles and books for your next paper, and you’ve even read a few. Now what? In this workshop, you will learn about the differences between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing (and when to use which strategy) and principles for integrating and citing sources.

Presenter: Elizabeth Gripping, Student Academic Success

Location: online or in person (details available upon registration)
October 26, 2023 @ 12:00-12:45p

How long is a good paragraph? When do you start a new one? What's a topic sentence? How do you create smooth transitions between paragraphs? We tackle these questions--and more--in this workshop. Come join us to learn how to build strong, coherent paragraphs!

Presenter: Elizabeth Gripping, Student Academic Success

Location: online or in person (details available upon registration)
November 2, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm

Want to make a great first impression on future employers? Come learn how to craft a strong application package for your professional career. This workshop will cover the essentials of the professional resume and offer tips for catching—and keeping—your reader's attention.

Presenter: City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre

Location: Online via Teams or In person (A2133)