Frequently Asked Questions
Whatever research, writing, and presentations questions you have, we have answers.
From what kind of help we offer to whether we can meet your specific needs, we are here to help answer your questions. See some common questions below or feel free to reach out to Director Lydia Allen at LRAllen@smu.edu or Coordinator Shon Phillips at shonphillips@smu.edu. Your questions are important to us!
A: To make an appointment, go to your Canvas Calendar and click on "Find Appointment." Select the Writing Center course, and available appointments will populate your calendar. Choose one that works for you, and click "Reserve" in the appointment box. If you are having trouble making an appointment, please email Director Lydia Allen at LRAllen@smu.edu or Coordinator Shon Phillips at shonphillips@smu.edu.
A: In person appointments and Communications Lab are located at the A-LEC. Here's a map to help get you there!
Research and Writing Labs, when offered in person, are on the 1st Floor of the Fondren Library, on the Red side.
A: Yes. The Writing Center offers writing help for ESL students. We offer an ESL specialist to work with you and can also refer you to ESL resources on Campus. Our current specialist is Professor Richard Treat. You may make an appointment with him in Canvas or email him at rtreat@smu.edu.
A: Yes. The Writing Center helps SMU undergraduates with any writing project. Schedule an appointment using the Writing Center course tile on your Canvas dashboard, and we will be happy to help you.
A: Yes. The Writing Center helps SMU undergraduates with any writing project. Schedule an appointment with Lydia Allen using the Writing Center course tile on your Canvas dashboard.
A: Yes. The Writing Center helps SMU undergraduates with any presentation project. Schedule an appointment with Lydia Allen using the Writing Center course tile on your Canvas dashboard.
A: Yes. Just let us know ahead of time what your accommodations might include and we will work with you.
A: Yes. Learning specialists are available to meet with you to help with any study skill such as time management, note-taking, test preparation, memory and more. They are also available to meet with you consistently throughout the semester to help you stay accountable to your goals. Schedule a meeting at www.smu.edu/AcademicCounseling.