Center for Writing Across the Curriculum (CWAC)

Writers and a Writing Circle Facilitator discussing a paper in the Writing Center.

The Center for Writing Across the Curriculum (CWAC) is a free resource for all members of the Saint Mary's community.

We serve students, faculty, and staff of all disciplines at any stage of the writing process. Stop in during our regular hours, or make an appointment to work with a peer Writing Adviser.

Schedule a Session

Spring 2025 Hours

CWAC is in De La Salle Hall, Room 110

Want to talk? Call (925)631-4684 or email CWAC@stmarys-ca.edu

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Sunday

9:30a-8:00p

9:00a-8:00p

9:00a-5:00p

11:00a-5:00p

Where to Start

We offer a range of services and supports for students of every discipline.

A wrtier and a Writing Adviser discussing a paper in the Writing Center

Schedule a Session

Schedule a session with a Writing Adviser, either online or in person.

If you are not yet a ConexED user, please watch the tutorial video below.

Students in a Writing Circle in the Writing Center

Join a Writing Circle

Writing Circles are workshop courses open to students from any discipline looking to improve their writing.

A Writing Circle Facilitator and a writer looking at a laptop screen.

Watch the tutorial video

If you are not yet a ConexED user, please watch this tutorial video on how to sign up in order to schedule sessions.

A view of the Writing Center full of writers, Writing Advisers, and Writing Circle Facilitators

Join our team

Inclusive community, civic engagement, leadership and professional development opportunities--what more could you ask for from a paid job on campus?

Students and a Writing Circle Facilitator laughing and discussing a paper outside the Writing Center.

Who are we?

What is a Writing Adviser? Well, here at CWAC, we’re no different from you. We are busy students who just happen to have a passion for writing. We’re here to help because we know what you’re going through. We’re here to collaborate— to produce not only better writing but also better writers. Come create with us!

Meet the staff

Student Resources

We offer peer-to-peer advising sessions for both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as weekly, 1-unit Writing Circles. We also have a wide range of writing resources available online. Use the buttons to the right to learn more.

Learn more about 1-1 Sessions

Writing Resources

Learn more about being a Writing Advsier