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disputatious, adj. “Characterized by, or given to, disputation; inclined to dispute or wrangle; contentious.” “Everyone knew that the professor was disputatious so they never argued over their grades.” “disputatious, adj.” OED Online. Oxford University Press, March 2017. Web. 31 May 2017.

Categories: Writing Process


Tuesday Tip: Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals

                  Finishing a paper can sometimes seem impossible, but it doesn’t have to be! Break down your task into manageable pieces by setting some S.M.A.R.T. goals. Specific: State exactly what it is you need to accomplish. Be as […]


Tuesday’s Tip: Outlines

An outline can be a great way to get started with a writing assignment, especially if you don’t really know where to start! According to Purdue Owl, “For research papers, an outline may help you keep track of large amounts of information. For creative writing, an […]


Every Writer is a Chef

Today’s post comes from Fahad, one of our Writing Center tutors. Every Writer is a Chef A blank page is like an empty pot. The tough part is filling it with something to make people come back for extra helpings. Here’s the actually tough part, […]

Categories: Writing Process


Need Citation Help?

Many of our Writing Center clients come in with questions on how to properly cite their sources. We love talking with you about these issues, but there are also lots of other great resources right here in ZSR. ZSR Citation Workshops Zotero: Students often use web-based […]


Active Voice Blog

Welcome to the Active Voice Blog, the official blog of the Wake Forest University Writing Center. You can find all the information you need about the Center on our main site, but this space is reserved for students, faculty, and staff to share perspectives on writing practices and processes. We hope you’ll find something here that speaks to you!

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