Supporting Doctoral Student Writers: Engaging with A Panel of Accomplished LRA Mentors

Session Submission Type: Alternative Format Session

Abstract

Developing strong academic writing skills is crucial for successfully completing a doctoral program. Yet, even well-intentioned academic mentors often struggle to support graduate students as writers. We propose an alternative session to bring the wisdom and experience of our community members to bear on questions related to the development of graduate student writers. Using panel and discussion formats, LRA members who have been nominated as excellent writing mentors will share their strategies and experiences.

Content Area

• AREA 14. Other Topics

Chair

• Steve Amendum, University of Delaware

Discussant

• Gina Cervetti, University of Michigan

Presenters

• Donna Alvermann, University of Georgia

• Leigh Hall, University of Wyoming

• Linda Kucan, University of Pittsburgh

• Kevin Leander, Vanderbilt University

• Jennifer Danridge Turner, University of Maryland

• Aria Razfar, University of Illinois at Chicago

Individual Presentations

• Supporting Doctoral Student Writers: Engaging with A Panel of Accomplished LRA Mentors - Gina Cervetti, University of Michigan