Graduate Writing Resources

Writing support at the Writing Centre
Update: Currently, appointments are available online.
Get support with a trained graduate-level writing advisor through the Writing Centre. The Writing Centre does not provide editing services, but offers support and strategies to help students improve their scholarly writing skills.
You can book appointments through Oscarplus or by emailing Karen Rosenberg rosenbek@mcmaster.ca.
Questions? Email Karen Rosenberg at rosenbek@mcmaster.ca.
Dissertation Writing Intensive
How much could you get done with three full days of structured writing time? Apply to the Dissertation Writing Intensive and find out!
Designed to help you make substantial progress in a concentrated period of time, the Dissertation Writing Intensive features structured writing time, optional on-site writing support, and post-Intensive options to keep the momentum going. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be available all day for those participating in person.
The Dissertation Writing Intensive may be a great fit if:
- you have completed most or all of your research and need to get a lot of writing done;
- your motivation for writing your dissertation could use a boost;
- you are excited at the prospect of making meaningful progress in a short period of time;
- you like free coffee, tea, and snacks (for those participating in person).
The Dissertation Writing Intensive might not be a good fit if you
- cannot clear your calendar for 3 full days (February 21-23, 2023)
- do not have a substantial writing task to focus on
- are satisfied with your writing process and progress toward completion
Applications for the February 2023 intensive are now closed. Watch for future sessions!
Questions? Reach out to graduate writing specialist Dr. Karen Rosenberg at rosenbek@mcmaster.ca
Thesis Writer's Toolkit Go to Pressbooks
A series of resources, tip sheets, and experiences related to organization, technical aspects, and staying well.
Research article abstracts Learn more
Learn about the purpose of an abstract and the five potential “moves” an abstract can have.
Edit slow Learn More
A list of advanced principles to consider when editing your work.
Writing resources for English learners Learn More
To help graduate students who are English learners:
- on-campus supports
- external websites and apps
- articles and downloads
First Friday Workshops
First Friday Workshops are informal and informative sessions that take place on the first Friday of each month in the winter term, from 12 to 1 p.m.
Workshops are suitable for graduate students from all disciplines. All workshops will be held online.
Winter Workshops
- February 3: Writing Literature Reviews
- March 3: Working with Feedback
- April 7: Dissertation Writing Process Tune-Up
- May 5: Communicating Research Findings to Non-Academic Audiences
Questions? Email graduate writing specialist Dr. Karen Rosenberg at rosenbek@mcmaster.ca.