Writing Assistance at LARC




Students having serious language problems are urged to make full and sustained use of LARC workshops and conferences. More than one visit per paper may well be necessary. If the LARC counselor finds that extra attention would be helpful, the student can be referred to LARC’s ESL and academic English specialist.

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For over 20 years, LARC has served as UCI’s campuswide “writing center.” Students writing papers for lower and upper-division classes can get expert assistance from LARC’s experienced, professional staff. We can clarify assignments, improve your focus, organization, and analysis, address reading or language issues, and answer questions about your writing project.

There is no charge for LARC writing assistance.

Students seeking assistance for any of the following classes must first attend a workshop: Writing 39A, Writing 39B, Writing 39C and Humanities Core.

The workshop schedules are available here.

Students seeking assistance with any other course work, personal statements or lab reports are able to make an indivdual one hour writing conference. This is an opportunity to discuss your assignment, have a draft of your essay reviewed, and develop strategies to improve your writing. Be sure to bring your written instructions (“prompt” or assignment sheet) and your text, as well as a draft of your paper.

Because of the heavy demand for writing conferences at key points in the quarter, you need to book your appointment well in advance. Finally, be sure to schedule your appointment two or three days before your paper is due (not at the last second!), to allow time for revision.

To make a writing appointment, call LARC at (949) 824-6451, or come by the LARC office at 423 Social Science Tower. Students who miss appointments without notifying us risk having their appointment privileges suspended. If you are unable to meet your appointment please call and cancel at least 24 hours prior to the appointment so another student can use the time. If you miss more than two appointments in one quarter you will be unable to schedule appointments for the remainder of that quarter.