UWP Information and Campus Resources

University Writing Program Information

- Common Workload
  Every UW1020 course requires writing developed in a rigorous composition process often consisting of pre-draft preparation, drafts, and revisions based on the instructor’s advice and classmates’ comments. In this class you will be working on one project, completed in stages, over the course of the semester.
- UW1020, WID, and the General Literacy Requirement
  Students satisfy the GW literacy requirement by taking University Writing 1020 (a four-credit, four-hour course) in their first year AND two “Writing in the Disciplines” (WID) courses in their sophomore and junior years (for a total of three classes). WID courses are regular, content-area courses that include a writing component.For a list of WID courses, see https://writingprogram.gwu.edu/wid-courses
- Capstone Events
  The Capstone Committee plans a University Research and Writing Conference held in both the fall and spring semesters. Dates and times of this semester’s conference TBA. For more information see: https://writingprogram.gwu.edu/university-writing-and-research-conference.
- Credit Hour Policy
  For each course credit, students are expected to spend a minimum total of 2.5 hours per week of combined direct instruction and independent learning. For a four-credit course this works out to 10 hours/week, or a total of 150 hours of learning in a 15-week semester.

Academic Support For Students

The GW Writing Center is an inclusive space, serving the GW community. The Writing Center cultivates skilled, confident writers by facilitating conversations at all stages of the writing process. Working with peer mentors via Zoom, writers develop strategies to write independently in academic and public settings. You can book Writing Center appointments online. For more information about the Writing Center, please visit our website. Appointments fill up quickly, so book in advance!
GW Campus Resources for International Students
Library Guide for International Students
The Language Center The Language Center supports language teaching, learning, and research at the George Washington University. They provide resources and services to ensure the highest caliber of language teaching for GWU students, faculty, departments, and programs.
The Language Center office is currently closed; however, the staff are working remotely. You can contact them by emailing language@gwu.edu.For more information, see https://languagecenter.columbian.gwu.edu/
Tutoring Initiative
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Online Writing Resources

Writing Center Handouts (UNC)
OWL Purdue

Academic Vocabulary Development

Other Language Resources useful for our L2 writers

TED Talks http://www.ted.com/
TED Ed Speaking: http://ed.ted.com/lessons?category=speaking
TED Ed Writing/Composition: http://ed.ted.com/lessons?category=writing-composition

Contact information for the directors of advising in each of the schools
If a family or personal emergency arises during the semester that requires you to miss several class days, or perhaps leaves you considering withdrawal from one or more courses, contact an advisor in your dean’s office for help.

CCAS – Gilda Mossadegh, gilda@gwu.edu
GWSB – Mirasol Española, mespanola@gwu.edu
ESIA – Tim Dodd, timdodd@gwu.edu
SEAS - Jonathan Ragone, jvragone@gwu.edu
MISPH – Muhammad Mehdi, mehdimi@gwu.edu
Assistant Athletics Director/Educational Support Services – Danya Ellman, dellman@gwu.edu

Major University Deadlines

September 12^th – Last day to add a course on GWeb
September 24^th – Last day to add a course using the RTF-EZ or drop a course using the RTF-EZ without academic penalty
September 26^th – Last day to drop a course on GWeb
November 7^th – Last day to withdraw from a class with a grade of “W” on GWeb
December 10^th – Last day to withdraw from a course with a grade of 'W' using the RTF for undergraduate students in Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Elliott School of International Affairs, GW School of Business, Milken Institute School of Public Health, and School of Engineering and Applied Science

Support For Students Outside The Classroom

Disability Support Services (DSS)
Any student who may need an accommodation based on the potential impact of a disability should contact the Disability Support Services office at 202-994-8250 in the Rome Hall, Suite 102, to establish eligibility and to coordinate reasonable accommodations. For additional information please refer to:
http://gwired.gwu.edu/dss/

. Please note: DSS provides specific assistance with writing assignments.

Colonial Health Center
The Colonial Health Center is operating by telemedicine until further notice. They are not open for in-person visits. Please call 202-994-5300 to contact the office. A clinician will answer the call and evaluate for treatment or referral.
Our after-hours nurse advice line is available all other times. Your call will be returned by a GW CHC clinician, if applicable, during business hours the following business day.
The following services can be provided through the phone:
• Advice regarding acute medical issues
• Prescription refills
• Lab and radiology orders/referrals (depending on local lab and radiology facility availability)
• Specialist referrals
• Medical forms
• Please call for other services to see if we can be of assistance.

For additional information, see https://healthcenter.gwu.edu/covid-19-medical-services-updates-and-resources

Counseling and Psychological Support
GW’s Colonial Health Center offers counseling and psychological services, supporting mental health and personal development by collaborating directly with students to overcome challenges and difficulties that may interfere with academic, emotional, and personal success. The Counseling and Psychological Services division (CAPS) is available by phone 24/7 at 202-994-5300. CAPS provides phone consultations, virtual workshops, self-help resources, and, when appropriate, short-term tele-therapy services for local, currently enrolled students. For students not local to the DC area, CAPS is still available for phone consultations for single-session support, referral to our virtual workshops, and/or to assist students in connecting with a provider in their home state or country.

For additional information see https://healthcenter.gwu.edu/covid-19-counseling-updates-and-resources.

Care Team
If you see another student (a roommate, a classmate, a friend) struggling or in trouble and you do not feel comfortable or capable of helping, fill out a CARE Referral. These reports are confidential, and no one will reveal any of your information to the person about whom you are concerned.
For more information see: https://studentlife.gwu.edu/care-team

Substance Use
If you find yourself struggling with alcohol or other drug use there are resources on campus to assist you. The Center for Alcohol and other Drug Education (CADE) is located at 2129 I Street NW and can be reached at 202-994-2599 or cade@gwu.edu. Additionally, CADE works with Students for Recovery (SFR), a student support group. You can find more information here.

Sexual Assault
If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, there are resources to help. Haven serves as George Washington’s centralized website designed to bring together on and off campus resources, options, information and immediate confidential access to help regarding incidents of harassment and abuse.

You can also call the Sexual Assault Response Consultative (SARC) Team at 202-994-7222 any time of day or night. They can provide expert, confidential support and information; they can offer a supportive ear or help you think through your various options for response. Their services are free.