Learning Center

Writing Center

The Citrus College Writing Center offers assistance with writing from any class including assignments for essays and research papers/projects, APA and MLA. The Writing Center can also assist with strategies for note taking, reading comprehension, writing lab reports, and in-class essay writing.

Online Tutoring available using PISCES!

Step-by-Step Directions on How to Access Online Tutoring

Drop-in Group Sessions
Mon-Thurs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fri 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

One-on-One (30 minute) Appointments
Mon-Thurs 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Question or Essay Submission
24-hour response time during business hours

New Writing Center Workshops are offered in Summer 2020!

Writing Center workshops are presented using the Zoom video communications application through the Summer 2020 semester.

Writing Center Workshops Descriptions+-

Writing Center Workshops are presented using the Zoom video communications application through the Summer 2020 semester.

APA Format - Learn APA formatting basics as well as how to cite sources in APA Format. APA Format is generally used for courses like Psychology, Speech, and STEM courses.
Integrating Sources - Learn how to avoid plagiarism and cite your sources by integrating quotes, paraphrases, and summaries in your essays.
MLA Format - Learn MLA formatting basics as well as how to cite sources in MLA Format. MLA Format is generally used for courses like English.
Paragraph Writing - Learn how to properly write a body paragraph, including topic sentences, supporting points, and more.
Research Paper - Learn how to conduct research properly and organize your research paper.
Sentence Errors - Learn how to identify and fix fragments, comma-splices, and run-on sentences.
Sentence Variety - Learn how to write simple, compound, and complex sentences to give your essays more variety.
Thesis Statements - Learn how to write clear and concise thesis statements that answer the essay prompt.

Click here to download a PDF copy of the workshops offered with descriptions.

Click here to sign up for a workshop.

Writing Center Workshops Schedule+-

June 2020 Workshops

Tuesday, June 23
MLA Format
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, June 24
Thesis Statements
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Thursday, June 25
Paragraph Writing
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, June 29
Integrating Sources
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30
APA Format
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

All Zoom sessions happen on https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97780555526

Click here to download list of the workshops offered with descriptions.

Click here to sign up for a workshop.

July 2020 Workshops

Wednesday, July 1
Sentence Errors
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Thursday, July 2
Sentence Variety
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, July 6
MLA Format
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7
Paragraph Writing
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 8
Research Paper
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Thursday, July 9
Thesis Statements
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, July 13
APA Format
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 14
Sentence Variety
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 15
Integrating Sources
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Thursday, July 16
Sentence Errors
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, July 20
Paragraph Writing
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 21
Sentence Errors
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 22
MLA Format
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Thursday, July 23
Research Paper
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

All Zoom sessions happen on https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/97780555526

Click here to download list of the workshops offered with descriptions.

Click here to sign up for a workshop.

Learning Center Virtual Help Desk

To speak with a staff member for additional assistance, please visit the Learning Center Virtual Help Desk via Zoom: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/98213339011
Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Click here to download a PDF of the Learning Center Virtual Help Desk flyer for your reference.