I learned quickly that GSU’s Writing Studio is a special place. Shortly after starting my first semester as a graduate student and tutor, I developed professional and personal relationships with people who are exceedingly dedicated to lifting their peers to their highest potential, whether that means sorting out complicated theories and brainstorming topics or being available for a coffee break. The value of having access to such an intelligent group of scholars, at any given moment, is unquantifiable, making the Writing Studio my favorite place to work. This work entails more than just reading and writing papers; it also includes developing my own teaching philosophy based on feedback from more experienced teachers, curating my perspective through discussion with outside perspectives and contemplating approaches to courses through comparing former student’s notes.

Ultimately, the Writing Studio’s aesthetic is nurtured by the people who occupy it. Reading, writing and studying develop from singular to communal exercises—something I never anticipated as a graduate student. It deviates from a library atmosphere, in the sense that there is laughter and chatter, but also nurtures an focused, determined mentality that is conducive for learning—(Not to mention the bonus of it being a space that aids other students in developing their skills as writers!)

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