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WAC -- Writing Across the Curriculum

What's the Purpose of "WAC"?

"WAC" or "Writing Across the Curriculum" is a pedagogy based on the premise that students learn to write best by writing well in all of their courses, such as English, math, science, etc., and not by taking one or two writing classes over the course of their college careers.

The following courses are conducted at the School of Human Services campuses to assist you in becoming a proficient writer for school, work and personal use:

• Communication Skills I
• Communications Skills II
• Grantwriting
• Writing for Human Services
• Writing Skills

The WAC Resources scroll provides a snapshot of some of the topics you will find explained in detail as you explore the WAC links below. Specific categories covered are listed under each link.

Be sure to practice and apply the helpful writing techniques.

Writing Essays

• Writing Effective Essays
• Introducing Your Essay
• Developing Your Ideas
• Constructing Paragraphs
• Constructing Transitions
• The Essay Conclusion

Writing Resource Guides

• Reading Critically
• Documenting Research
• Writing Reports
• Writing Persuasively
• Writing Reaction Papers
• Analyzing Narratives (Stories)
• Analyzing Poetry

In This Section

• Writing Essays
• Writing Resource Guides