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The Writing Center Policy

As a client at the Writing Center, I agree to prepare for my tutoring appointment in the following ways:

• Prior to my session I will reread my assignment and draft so that I know what questions or concerns to address during the session.
• I will bring all materials to the session that the Writing Specialist and I may need: the assignment itself (printed out on paper),the course syllabus, previous writing, relevant research and reading, and my professor's comments.

I understand that...

• If I am more than five minutes late, I will lose my appointment.
• If I do not have a printout of my assignment with me and ready on time, I will lose my appointment. Needing to print out my paper is not an acceptable excuse for being late.
• If I cannot make my scheduled appointment, I will cancel it before the appointment starts.
• If I miss two appointments without canceling them ahead of time, I will be limited to drop-in appointments only for the rest of the semester. (Drop-in appointments cannot be made in advance and may not always be available, especially during peak hours.)
• The Writing Center is not a proofreading or copyediting service. The Writing Specialists will not write my papers for me or perform line-by-line editing. I must be present and prepared to learn.
• During my session I will think actively, compose new writing, and discuss my thoughts about my paper and my writing process.
• I will schedule my appointment in advance of the due date for my paper so that I have plenty of time to revise it after the session.
• As a courtesy to the Writing Specialists and other students, I will not disturb the learning atmosphere of the Writing Center by using a cell phone, bringing small children, or engaging in any disruptive behavior.
• If I am rude, disruptive, or disrespectful during my session, the Writing Specialist has the right to end the tutoring session at any time.

In return, we pledge to treat you, your questions, and your assignments with respect. We recognize that every student is unique and that every assignment is different. We pledge to make our best attempt to work with you to improve your writing.

The SJSU Writing Center collects the above data for statistical purposes. By registering with the Center, you agree that the Writing Center may use this data for internal study and summary reports. The Writing Center will not publish any identifying personal information.