Study Materials

Techincal Writing Style

Peer Review Workshop: Guidelines (PDF)

Gambits for Constructive Feedback (PDF)

Correspondence

Memoranda (PDF)

Job Application Process

Worksheet for Strategic Cover Letter (PDF)

Workshop Checklist: Memos and Job Application Letters (PDF)

Documentation Conventions

How Should You Cite Your Sources? (PDF)

Abstracts & Introductions

Thesis Abstract Preparation (PDF) (Courtesy of Michael Driscoll. Used with permission.)

Proposing Research Projects

Effective Proposals: Questions to Ask (PDF)

Workshop on Writing Proposals: Checklist (PDF)

Approach, Results & Discussion

Guide to the Thesis Summary Chapter (PDF) (Courtesy of Michael Driscoll. Used with permission.)

Writing up Research: The Discussion Section (PDF)

Poster Sessions & Oral Presenations

Hints for Nervous Speakers (PDF)