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The Writing Center

Every Writer Needs a Reader

All UWM writers—students, faculty and staff—can meet confidentially, one-on-one, face-to-face or online in real time with qualified tutors. Any subject, any project, any level. Walk-Ins are welcome, but making an appointment will reserve your time.

Make an Appointment

Spring 2026 
Reopening Monday, Feb. 2

See scheduler for hours.

Quick Links

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Hours

Spring 2026 
Reopening Monday, Feb. 2

See scheduler for hours.

Writing Center office

Location

Curtin Hall 127
Main Location

Library East Wing
Satellite Location – Temporarily Closed

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How-To Videos

Writing Center Tutors

Along with the writers they assist, tutors also reap short and long term benefits from their Writing Center training and experience.

Become a Tutor

Alumni Writing Center Tutors

Listen to alumni UWM tutors discuss how being tutors affected their academic, professional and personal lives in these brief videos.

About Alumni Tutors All Alumni Tutor Videos

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