Essential resources for the Messiah University writing program

Essential Resources for the Messiah University Writing Program

All good writing, whatever the circumstances, requires a solid foundation: an understanding of the principles that constitute clear, structured expression. By using these resources, students will gain insight into some of the fundamentals of writing: idea construction, thesis formulation, source evaluation, and peer review. Students can use these tools to guide your practice inside and outside of the classroom.

Writing Center

In addition to instructional materials and a robust writing curriculum, Messiah University also offers the services of a supportive Writing Center.  Staffed by peer tutors, students can bring any project in any stage of the process -- from a blank page to a finished draft -- and have a conversation about their goals and how to meet them.  Students can bring projects for classes or extracurricular, such as applying for scholarships or writing an entrance essay for grad school.  Students can schedule an appointment at any time by searching the Writing Center on FalconLink.

Messiah University's Murray Library

In addition to a website full of resources to assist students in their writing, our helpful librarians love to assist students in finding the resources that they need.  For more information visit Murray Library online.

The Writer’s Reference

This handbook is our unified resource used by university faculty to guide students through writing projects in college and beyond.  Students will see Writer's Reference for the first time in their first-year writing courses and will continue to utilize it throughout their academic career.  From a formal research paper to a cover letter, the Writer's Reference can assist students with example projects, general guidelines, and writing mechanics.