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Writing Center consultants can work with you on any kind of writing project, from course papers to job application materials and creative writing. We can also help with speeches and presentations. Our services are free and available to all students, staff and faculty at the University of Iowa.

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Writing for all

The Writing Center is hosted by the Department of Rhetoric and is located in room 110 of the English Philosophy Building. Services are free and available to all students, faculty, and staff. Not affiliated with the UI? We also help staff a community writing center at the Iowa City and Coralville Public Library. Walk-in appointments available for Johnson County residents during the fall and spring semesters.

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Est. 1934

One of the first Writing Centers in the U.S.
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1:1

The Center has a long-standing tradition of one-to-one instruction in rhetorical and communication skills.

5,000

The number of hours of one-on-one writing instruction we provide each year.
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2,000

The number of students, faculty, and staff, we meet with each semester.
student discussing writing

Our Story

The University of Iowa Writing Center was started by Carrie Stanley in 1934, making it one of the first writing centers in the country. The center has a long-standing tradition of one-to-one instruction in rhetorical and communication skills.

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Events

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2026 Annual John Martin Rare Book Room Open House

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Hardin Library for Health Sciences
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CSD Ambassadors present: Graduate Student Panel “Day in my Life”

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Virtual

Ever wonder what it is like to be an AuD or SLP graduate student? Come join us on Wednesday, April 29th from 6:30-7:30pm in 4311 HSAB for our graduate student “Day in My Life” panel to step into their shoes for an evening and visualize what graduate school may look like for you. While the panelists discuss topics including classes, clinicals, and school/work/life balance, enjoy free popcorn! Please fill out the Qualtrics form with any questions for the panelists. We hope to see you in person or...

Black Pop Music Ensemble Concert

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Black Pop Music Ensemble Concert

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This event can be viewed via livestream here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream

This event is free and open to the public.

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