The links below are designed to help students write undergraduate papers, especially for general studies English classes.

Downloading the PDF version is recommended if you plan on printing out these handouts. If you don't already have it, you will need to download Adobe Reader, which is free.

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Handouts for Developing Content

How to Generate an Effective Thesis - HTML or PDF
Structure of an Academic Essay - HTML or PDF

Handouts for Developing Style

Quoting Prose Using MLA - HTML or PDF
Quoting Poetry Using MLA - HTML or PDF
Using MLA In Your Works Cited Pages- HTML or PDF
Using APA on Your Reference Page - HTML or PDF
Using Turabian (Chicago) in Your Paper - HTML or PDF
Using Proper Punctuation in Your Paper - HTML or PDF

General Information about Writing

Grading Criteria
Five Canons of Rhetoric
Aristotle's Appeals: Ethos, Logos, Pathos
Advice on Forming a Study Group

Time Management Handouts

How well do you plan?
Tips for Managing your Time
Weekly Schedule Template