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Main Building, 925-N

A student & faculty resource to improve: writing, reading comprehension, and study skills

From individual tutoring sessions to college courses, UHD’s Writing and Reading Center – The WRC – helps students build the reading and writing skills they need to succeed. The WRC can:

• Help you remember more of what you study
• Assist you to improve reading comprehension
• Teach you to be a better editor
• Show you techniques to write better papers

Upcoming Events and Workshops

WPE Workshops for Fall 2010
September 16, 4:30-6:30, N-1099
November 29, 3 -5, N-1099
Click on the WPE Exam tab for registration information.

WRC Contact

Dagmar Scharold
Director/Lecturer
(713) 221-8297
S-1067
scharoldd@uhd.edu

Writing Proficiency Exam (WPE)

All students must pass the WPE in order to graduate. Use the WRC resources to help improve your writing skills to boost your score.

WPE Brochure

A printable version of the WRC's brochure details

• General WPE information
• What to bring the day of the test
• What to expect the day of the test
• How to prepare for the WPE
• Tips and techniques for taking the WPE
• Recent sample WPE topic

Visit us for copies of helpful hand-outs you can use to take the WPE.

Instructional Videos

Writing Proficiency Exam Workshop Videos

WPE Workshops Registration

Register for Workshops here

Promotional Videos

See the latest WRC promotional videos

OWL Online Appointments

Click here to request an OWL online appointment.
Online appointments are one hour long. Same day appointments are not available.

Online appointments are available as follows:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 10: p.m.

Appointments

For all appointments with tutors located in 925-N, go to http://www.rich15.com/uhd

Request an Online Writing Lab appointment.