Writing Studio

Writing Studio

Welcome to the MICA Writing Studio πŸš€

The MICA Writing Studio is a creative and inclusive space on campus dedicated to furthering your writing practice through one-on-one tutoring sessions with our professional staff. These sessions will be tailored to you, whether you are writing an academic essay, building confidence in your English language proficiency, or brainstorming ideas for a personal project. Bring us whatever you have, even if what you have is a blank page.

**Important Update: The Writing Studio has moved. Come visit us on the 2nd floor of 81 Mosher!**

What We Offer You

  • πŸ•’ Personalized 50-Minute Sessions: This is your time. We just help you use it effectively. Double sessions are also available for longer projects.
  • 🌐 In-Person or Online: You choose! The Writing Studio is located on the second floor of 81 Mosher but we have plenty of online sessions available throughout the week.
  • πŸ“ For All Your Projects: Essays, artist statements, poems, or anything in between – we support all kinds of writing and can even help with reading comprehension and public speaking.
  • 🌎For You; For Everyone: Is English your first language, second language, or third? Does writing feel new to you or are you already confident? Are you working on traditional papers or creative projects that include words? We're here for you.

Schedule Tutoring

Visiting the Writing Studio

Tutoring is available daily throughout the week from 10 AM to 10 PM (hours may vary depending on the day) with online availability on the weekends. You are always welcome to stop by our office on the second floor of 81 Mosher to see if any of our tutors are available for an in-person drop-in session, but we recommend that you book an appointment in advance if possible.

When scheduling, you can view a complete list of available tutoring appointment slots or view a specific tutor's schedule if you would like to book with the same tutor on a regular basis. Many students find it helpful to meet with a tutor weekly or monthly to review writing projects and receive consistent feedback.

Schedule Tutoring

English-Language Learner (ELL) Support

The Writing Studio provides support and resources for students who are interested in gaining confidence and comprehension with the English language. We provide guidance and practice in writing, speaking, and reading. If you’re looking to increase your English language proficiency, stop by the Writing Studio and speak with a tutor. If you are interested in building your spoken English skills, we encourage you to visit our ELL Conversation Club.

The ELL Conversation Club meets in the Writing Studio on Wednesday afternoons every other week. It is a supportive and welcoming space where students can build confidence speaking in English. All students are invited to participate. Discussion is facilitated by a few of our friendly tutors and focuses on topics such as introducing yourself to other students, classroom discussions and critiques, job interviews, and more.

ELL Conversation Club Meeting Times for Fall 2026:
- September 9th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- September 23rd, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- October 7th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- October 21st, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- November 4th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- November 18th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Questions? Email writing@mica.edu!

Make the most of your session by reviewing the following...

  • Goal: What's your mission? What do you want to write, read, make, or understand? Not sure? That's ok! We'll help you find your goal and achieve it.
  • Work: Bring whatever you have, even if that's just yourself. Our tutors are happy to review drafts and outlines or help you brainstorm. For assignments for class, it may be helpful to bring the assignment details, syllabus, and/or texts.
  • Expectations: Our tutors are here to help you write better. They're here to talk, ask questions, identify patterns, explain concepts, and offer tools. Instead of editing, they will show you how you can edit more effectively. Instead of proofreading, they will make space for you to identify and fix errors.

The Writing Studio exists to empower you, the writer. We tailor each and every session to your abilities and needs. Your tutor will ask how they can help and take it from there.

There are only two things that are true across every session: (1) your writing is valuable and worthy of discussion and (2) we cannot write for you.

  • We’re your brainstorming buddies and strategy friends.
  • Expect real talk, respectful feedback, and creative collaborations.
  • We tackle the big ideas first, then zoom in on the details.

We're Here to Help!

Location

The Writing Studio 81 Mosher St. 2nd Floor Baltimore, MD 21217

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