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1. Writing and Learning Commons

2. Spanish tutoring & Conversation Assistance Writing and Learning Commons ( WaLC ) tutoring.wcu.edu 828.227.2274

3. WRITING AND LEARNING COMMONS ( WaLC ) Free Services: Course Tutoring Writing Support Academic Skills Consultation Spanish Conversation Assistance More!

4. We’re in Belk 207 . We’re open Monday – Thursday, 8:00am - 9:00pm , and Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm Sessions are by appointment (through Navigate ) WRITING AND LEARNING COMMONS ( W a LC )

5. What can you expect from tutors ? Tutors can: Review class material Clear up content questions Assist with homework, writing assignments, presentations, etc. Help with exam preparation Organize group sessions Tutors can’t : Do your homework for you Give you answers to test questions Tell you what grade you’ll receive on an assignment or test Access your grades/assignments

6. What can you expect from Spanish Conversation Assistants ? Conversation Assistants can: Have conversations in Spanish Give you feedback about conversation-related skills Help you work on your pronunciation, vocabulary, conversational skills, etc. Help you prepare for presentations, interviews, traveling abroad, etc. Conversation Assistants can’t : Assist with homework, writing assignments, written exam prep., etc. Review class material. Tell you what grade you’ll receive on an assignment or test Access your grades/assignments

7. How to make an appointment

8. Select tutoring > Course-based tutoring > Find available time

9. Choose the type of appointment you would like

10. Select a date and time

11. Review Your Appointment Details.

12. Leave a Comment About What You Want to Review

13. Click Schedule to Confirm! Check your email for a confirmation. For virtual meetings, you will receive an email with instructions about how to connect online via Zoom.

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15. Tutors and conversation assistants

16. My name is Daniela Fuentealba , and I am an international student from Chile. I really enjoy learning about different cultures and languages. I’m a Conversation Assistant and a Tutor for SPAN-101, SPAN-102, SPAN-231, SPAN-232, and SPAN-240. Daniela

17. I’m Andrea Redondo Gutierrez, international student-athlete coming from Spain. I’m a senior and I love to play tennis, be with friends and help other people. I’m a Conversation Assistant and a Tutor for SPAN-101, SPAN-102, SPAN-231, SPAN-240, SPAN-301, SPAN-302, and SPAN-452. Andrea

18. I'm Andrew Sneed, a sophomore majoring in Spanish with a minor in communication. I love to shop, and I can't wait to meet you!. I’m a Tutor for SPAN-101, SPAN-102, SPAN-231, SPAN-232, SPAN-240, SPAN-301, SPAN-302, and SPAN-452. Andrew

19. I’m Eimy Ortiz-Davila, a senior majoring in Spanish, Entrepreneurship, and Interior Design. I am a very outdoorsy person; I love to play sports, and create art. I am also the president of the Spanish club at WCU. I’m a Conversation Assistant and a Tutor for SPAN-101, SPAN-102, SPAN-231, SPAN-232, SPAN-240, SPAN-322, and SPAN-471. Eimy

20. I'm Cielo Vera, a second-year transfer student majoring in Psychology and Spanish with a minor in Latinx Studies. I enjoy volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club and participating in clubs at Western. I’m a Conversation Assistant . Cielo

21. I am Scarlett Domashinski , a senior triple majoring in Biology, Criminal Justice, and Forensic Science. In my downtime I enjoy reading and baking. I’m a Conversation Assistant . Scarlett

22. My name is Hollín Stewart. I'm a Spanish and Religion major and the second-biggest Don Quixote fan on campus. I’m a Conversation Assistant and a Tutor for SPAN-101, SPAN-102, SPAN-231, SPAN-232, and SPAN-240. Hollin

23. Daniela: [email protected] Andrea: [email protected] Andrew: [email protected] Eimy: [email protected] Cielo: [email protected] Scarlett: [email protected] Hollin: [email protected] Allan: [email protected] Contact us!

24. Questions?