Writing & Communication Center
Supporting Your Academic Voice at TUOS
The Writing & Communication Center (WCC) at The University of Ontological Science serves as a vital resource for all members of our academic community. We provide personalized guidance to help students, faculty, and researchers develop their written and verbal communication skills across all disciplines.
Our Services
Individual Consultations
- One-on-one writing support with trained consultants
- Assistance at any stage of the writing process—from brainstorming to final editing
- Critical feedback on clarity, structure, argument development, and scholarly voice
- Support for diverse formats: research papers, theses, dissertations, grant proposals, personal statements, and presentations
Workshops and Programs
- Academic Writing Essentials: Regular workshops on writing fundamentals
- Discipline-Specific Communication: Specialized sessions for ontological science, metaphysics, epistemology, and other TUOS focus areas
- Graduate Writing Groups: Collaborative spaces for advanced students
- Communication Across Disciplines: Training in translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
Resources
- Digital Writing Guides: Comprehensive resources accessible 24/7
- Citation Style Manuals: Expert guidance on academic citation practices
- English as an Additional Language Support: Specialized resources for multilingual writers
- Publication Preparation: Assistance with preparing manuscripts for journals and conferences
Our Philosophy
At the WCC, we believe that writing and communication are not merely skills to be mastered but essential components of intellectual growth and academic identity. Our approach emphasizes:
- Process over product: We help you develop sustainable writing practices rather than simply “fixing” papers
- Critical thinking: Communication as a means of deepening understanding and refining thought
- Interdisciplinary perspectives: Strategies for navigating different discourse communities while maintaining your authentic voice
- Inclusive communication: Developing awareness of how language shapes and reflects our understanding of reality
Make an Appointment
The WCC is located in the Descartes Building, Room 204. Consultations are available in-person and online.
Hours of Operation:
- Monday-Thursday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Sunday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
To schedule an appointment, visit our online booking system through the TUOS Portal or email us at writing.center@tuos.edu.
Meet Our Team
Our consultants include faculty members, graduate students, and writing professionals with expertise across diverse disciplines. All consultants receive extensive training in communication pedagogy and ontological approaches to knowledge creation.
“The Writing & Communication Center transformed my relationship with academic writing. My consultant helped me see that clarifying my writing was actually clarifying my thinking about fundamental questions of being and knowledge.” — Maya Chen, PhD Candidate in Ontological Phenomenology