Help with writing for college and for life
Communicating clearly is an essential skill for all areas, no matter whether you're writing a research or opinion paper or conducting business. When you need help with school papers or want to improve your writing ability, our tutors can show you how!
At CGCC’s Writing Center, we provide:
- Free one-on-one tutoring sessions with experienced tutors.
- Computer stations for writing, conducting online research, and working on coursework.
- Access to handouts, books, workshops and online resources.
- A comfortable, quiet study area.
- A great setting for small-group work.
How to Access Writing Tutoring Services
- Drop-in tutoring at the Pecos and Williams campuses. No appointment needed!
- Drop-in to the virtual tutoring lobby to connect live with a tutor. No appointment needed.
- Schedule an online tutoring appointment via Cranium Cafe to connect live with a CGCC writing tutor.
- Self-enroll in our free Canvas Course and submit your assignment to the Electronic Essay Review Services (EERS).
Drop-in to the virtual tutoring lobby to connect with a writing tutor
Workshops
In addition to individual tutoring, our Writing Centers also offer workshops on related topics. Check back often to see what’s coming up.
Study Abroad Scholarship Workshop: Find Your Best Scholarship Match
Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Time: 1:00 - 1:45 PM
Location: BRD124, Pecos or Virtual: https://tinyurl.com/y45puura
Presented by: Prof. Maria Rodriguez & Prof. Fernando Romero, in partnership with the Tutoring & Learning Center
Description: Dreaming of studying abroad but unsure how to pay for it? Join Professors Maria Rodriguez and Fernando Romero for a free two-part workshop designed to help Maricopa students identify scholarship opportunities and create stronger applications. Part 1 explains where to look, what selection committees value, and how to approach major scholarship prompts. Part 2 on September 15 provides guided writing time, personalized feedback, and support from faculty and Writing Center tutors. Come with questions, ideas, or a draft, and leave with a stronger plan. OPEN TO ALL MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS.
Study Abroad Scholarship Workshop: Turn Your Story into a Strong Draft
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 1:00 - 1:45 PM
Location: BRD124, Pecos
Presented By: The CGCC Writing Center
Description: Guided writing time, personalized feedback, and support from faculty and Writing Center tutors on your scholarship essays. You DON'T have to have a draft already written. Come with questions, ideas, or a draft, and leave with a stronger plan. OPEN TO ALL MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS.
Avoid Plagiarism: Cite and Integrate Your Sources
Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Location: LIB237
Presented By: Shannon Lujan
Description: Is it plagiarism if…? In this workshop you’ll learn how to avoid plagiarism by properly integrating and citing your sources. You’ll learn about the value of using supporting resources to strengthen your ideas as we review how to paraphrase, summarize, and quote by introducing, citing, and explaining the source information. The workshop covers both APA and MLA citation styles.