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WRITING RESOURCE CENTER


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 * MISSION STATEMENT
   
   The Writing Resource Center (WRC) at the School of Visual Arts helps students
   develop the skills they need to convey their ideas clearly, creatively and
   analytically. Through personal, one-on-one writing consultations, students
   learn to sharpen their writing skills. Students concerned about passing the
   Proficiency Exam (PE) work with writing consultants to identify and correct
   their writing issues. In addition to tutoring, the WRC is equipped with the
   latest iMac computer stations for student use.
   
   
   
   
    * iMacs
    * Flatbed Scanner (image Scanning)
    * IT Support
    * Proficiency Exam information
    * Private in-person and remote writing consultation by appointment
    * Adobe Creative Cloud
    * Quiet workspace(s)
    * Printing (US letter, A4 paper, No Color)
    * 24-hour, seven days a week tutor/study rooms


 * WRITING CONSULTATION RESERVATION
   
   The WRC offers on-site and virtual writing consultations to currently
   enrolled undergraduate and graduate students. To book an appointment, please
   visit https://sva.mywconline.com/


 * PUBLIC SPEAKING LAB (PSL)
   
   At the Public Speaking Lab, you will spend a half hour working closely with
   one of our trained speech and language consultants, who will help tailor your
   message and delivery to prepare you for an upcoming interview, speech,
   presentation or other speech-related projects. You are also welcome to book a
   time to work with a consultant if you'd like general feedback and support
   with your public speaking skills. 
   
   
   
   
   To book an appointment, please visit sva.mywconline.com


 * UPCOMING PROFICIENCY EXAM(S)
   
   IMPORTANT PE UPDATES:
   
   
   
   
   All incoming students, including incoming transfer students, will not be
   required to take the PE. For those beginning their studies at SVA in Fall
   2024, the PE will no longer be a graduation requirement or a prerequisite to
   take Humanities and Sciences (H&S) courses beyond the first-year required
   writing courses (i.e. HCD/HCI-1020/1025). In lieu of the PE, all students
   enrolled in HCD/HCI-1020/1025 will be required to complete an in-class
   diagnostic writing during Week 1 of the Fall and Spring semesters. 
   
   
   
   
   All continuing and returning students (i.e. those who began their studies at
   SVA in Spring 2024 or earlier), including those who will be returning from
   leave-of-absence, are still required to pass the PE before they can graduate.
   However, the PE will no longer be a prerequisite to take H&S courses beyond
   the first-year required writing courses. Continuing students who have not yet
   passed the PE are encouraged to attend writing consultations at the Writing
   Resource Center. To attend an open PE, please see the schedule below. 
   
   
   
   
   Proficiency Exam Dates, Fall 2024 (open to matriculated students only):
   
   
   
   
   Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 12:30 p.m.
   
   Thursday, September 26, 2024, 9:30 a.m.
   
   Room 906E
   
   132 West 21 Street, 9th floor
   
   
   
   
   Saturday, November 9, 2024, 11:00 a.m. 
   
   Room 906E
   
   132 West 21 Street, 9th floor
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   PLEASE NOTE: If you have taken the PE and did not pass, we strongly advise
   that you review your essay with a consultant through our free writing
   consultation program. Appointments can be made by clicking on "Book a Writing
   Consultation" located at the top of this website. To obtain a copy of your
   exam, please visit the Writing Resource Center at 132 West 21st Street. We
   cannot share PEs via email unless you took the exam online. If your writing
   consultation is online, you will need to type your essay (as is) and share
   with your consultant.
   
   
   
   
   If you have questions about the PE or writing consultations, please contact
   Luis Cordoba at lcordoba@sva.edu.
   
   
   
   
   Students who are registered with Disability Resources should
   
   email disabilityresources@sva.edu to arrange for a PE with accommodations.


 * PROFICIENCY EXAM FAQ
   
   What is the Proficiency Exam (PE)?
   
   The PE is an SVA-generated exam which tests reading comprehension and writing
   ability and may be used to place students in writing courses. Passing the
   exam is a requirement for graduation from SVA unless in rare circumstances a
   transfer student has received a bachelor's degree at another institution
   prior to matriculation at SVA or is admitted with all 30 Humanities and
   Sciences credits. Exams from other institutions cannot be substituted for the
   SVA Proficiency Exam.
   
   
   
   
   What is the format of the exam?
   
   Students are asked to read a short essay question and to respond with a
   400–450 word essay that demonstrates an understanding of the topic, a solid
   understanding of the mechanics of attribution, sentence and paragraph logic,
   as well as good grammar and spelling.
   
   
   
   
   How long is the exam?
   
   The PE is 120 minutes long.
   
   
   
   
   When is it given?
   
   It is given either in first semester First-Year Writing classes or on
   independent dates throughout the year. The exam may be taken as many times as
   necessary until the student successfully passes. 
   
   
   
   
   What happens if a student doesn’t pass?
   
   Failing the exam has no effect on a student’s GPA or transcript. However,
   students who have not passed the PE cannot continue to take Humanities and
   Sciences courses until they pass. Students who do not pass the PE may be
   required to attend writing consultations through the Writing Resource Center
   before retaking the PE. 
   
   
   
   
   Accessing your PE grade
   
   To view your PE result, go to myservices.sva.edu. Select GRADES, then
   ACADEMICS, then TEST SUMMARY. A score of 1 = PASS and 2 = FAIL.
   
   
   
   
   Any other questions?
   
   email svawrc@sva.edu


 * WRC HOURS OF OPERATION
   
   Fall 2024
   
   September 3rd - December 18th
   
   
   
   
   Monday: 9am-7pm
   
   Tuesday: 9am-7pm
   
   Wednesday: 9am-7pm
   
   Thursday: 9am-7pm
   
   Friday: 9am-7pm
   
   
   
   
   Saturday: Closed
   
   Sunday: Closed
   
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 * ALUMNI RESOURCES
   
   For two years after graduation, alumni can take advantage of virtual writing
   consultation services at SVA's Writing Resource Center (WRC). Consultations
   are offered to alumni on a case-by-case basis, with the express consent of
   the WRC. Alumni should contact Luis Cordoba at lcordoba@sva.edu before making
   an appointment.


 * UPCOMING EVENTS
   
   Check back for special events at the WRC!

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