Writing Ambassador Program
What is the Writing Ambassador Program?
The Writing Ambassador program is designed to bring enhanced writing instruction and support to students across the disciplines. Writing Ambassadors are embedded in courses where they provide mini-lessons, workshops, feedback, individual tutoring, and more depending on the needs of the instructor and department. Writing Ambassadors are trained Writing Assistants with the Lumberjack Writing Center (LWC) who have demonstrated excellence in supporting student writing.
Faculty interested in having Writing Ambassadors in their courses should contact Dr. Alana Kuhlman, Lumberjack Writing Center Director at Alana.Kuhlman@nau.edu.
What is the difference between supplemental instruction and the Writing Ambassador program? Accordion Closed
Supplemental instructors provide support in disciplinary course content; these are typically students who have demonstrated excellence in disciplinary knowledge. Writing Ambassadors provide writing specific support. Writing Ambassadors are onboarded by the LWC and attend ongoing trainings to prepare them to support students in their disciplinary writing courses.
How is the Writing Ambassador program different from appointments at the Lumberjack Writing Center? Accordion Closed
By being embedded in the course, Writing Ambassadors have opportunities to teach writing lessons and lead writing workshops directly related to course content. They also provide feedback to students on drafts, offer one-on-one tutoring, and develop writing resources for students. By having familiarity with the course learning objectives and faculty expectations, Writing Ambassadors are able to provide enhanced and relevant support to all students in the course. Faculty teaching courses with Writing Ambassador remain in contact with the LWC Director throughout the semester to ensure the Writing Ambassadors are successful in supporting students.
How many hours does the Writing Ambassador work? Accordion Closed
The number of hours the Writing Ambassador works in a course depends on the needs of the faculty/department. Please contact the LWC office to discuss options.
How can I coordinate with the LWC in order to have a Writing Ambassador in my classroom? Accordion Closed
You may contact LWC either via emailing alana.kuhlman@nau.edu, or calling 928-523-7745.
Can I have the same Writing Ambassador in my classroom for multiple semesters? Accordion Closed
Depending on individual circumstances and the schedule of your assigned Writing Ambassador, it is possible to have the same assistance in your classroom for multiple semesters.
Send your students to the LWC for writing support!
LWC Content to Share with Your Class
Make it easy for your Lumberjacks to find us! We’ve created a collection of ready-to-use flyers and text that you can easily integrate into your Canvas courses, syllabi, and introductory lectures.
How to suggest LWC services
– Include LWC content into your syllabi and Student Resources module
– Add our flyer to a slide of your course introductory presentation
– Print out our flyer to hang in your classroom
– Include our flyer in your email or Canvas announcements around mid-term and finals week
LWC flyers
Click here to download a letter-size flyer
Click here for presentation slide/TV screen flyer
Copy-and-Paste “About The LWC” text for your syllabus
The Lumberjack Writing Center (LWC) offers free, one-on-one writing support to all NAU students. Whether you need help brainstorming, formatting citations, or polishing a final draft, trained writing assistants are available to help. You can drop-in or schedule their services in person at any of their four campus locations or online. Visit the LWC website for more information or the LWC schedule (WCOnline) to schedule an appointment.
