From late-night study sessions to finishing that final paper, we all remember when a little extra help made all the difference. For many Tech students over the past 50 years, that help came from the Michigan Tech Writing Center.
Founded in 1975 as the Language Skills Lab, the Writing Center has evolved in various ways since opening. Currently located in 107 Walker, the Writing Center is host to Michigan Tech’s Student Newspaper The Lode and the Creative Writing Club. It serves hundreds of visitors each year and employs student coaches from 13 different majors.
Nancy Grimm, Professor Emerita and former Writing Center director, played a key role in raising the center to national recognition. Reflecting on its mission, she once said, “Our goal has always been to help students find their voice and gain confidence in their writing.”
Today, we’re inviting alumni to share their Writing Center experiences. Did you have a favorite coach or a memorable experience that shaped your writing journey? We’d love to hear your stories!
Please share your memories in the comments below or email the Writing Center at writingcenter@mtu.edu.
Michigan Tech would play an important role in setting me on the path to write two acclaimed books and several magazine articles for National, State, and local publications. The Liberal Arts program, during the time that I went to Tech, focused on the literary arts. And the degree I received gave me the confidence to put myself out there … in print. As one of those rare Liberal Arts grads from Michigan Tech, I acquired a knack for spotting writing opportunities that my work peers avoided, not too dissimilar to my peers at school.
Thank you to all those teachers who make a difference.