Frequently Asked Questions

1. How should I share my work with the consultant?

For in-person meetings on campus, you should print out your work on paper before the session. 

For virtual sessions on Zoom, Skype, or other video conferencing software, you should upload your file on the session registration page in my.nes. If your work is a Google Doc or Google Slides deck, you can put the shareable link in the comment box on the registration page in my.nes.

Yes. You should never assume that the consultant has printed out your work even if you had attached it.

2. Can I come to the WCC if I don't have anything written yet?

Yes, definitely. Consultants can help at any stage of the writing process. In this case, consultation time can be devoted to parsing the assignment, helping you generate ideas and come up with an outline.Can I come to the WCC if I don't have anything written yet?

3. Can I get feedback on a long paper (more than 5 pages)?

Yes, but papers longer than 5 pages require a lot of time to read. The best thing to do if you have such a long project is to share the whole document with the consultant, but specify the sections you want to concentrate on during a single session. Alternatively, you can specify an aspect of the text that you want to focus on like transitions or citation style.Can I get feedback on a long paper (more than 5 pages)?

4. Are WCC services free for NES students and faculty?

Yes. WCC services are free for NES students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

5. Can I sign up to work with a particular consultant?

Yes. You can look up the working hours of each consultant on my.nes, see their areas of specialty and register accordingly.

6. Can I email a copy of my document to a consultant for proofreading?

No. The WCC is an educational rather than an editorial service. We believe that the student benefits most when the consultant and student can interact directly. 

7. Can I come to the WCC for conversation practice?

Yes. You may come to the WCC for conversation practice or help with any aspect of oral or written communication.