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Clark Academic Center

Hub for Academic Excellence

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Writing Hacks

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The Clark Academic Center is in the Library, next door to the Student Life Center.

The Clark Academic Center provides free tutoring services to Calvary University students at every level. We offer a friendly atmosphere with tutors who really want to assist students. Our focus is on ministering to Calvary students to facilitate their academic success while providing encouragement and academic resources.

Students can visit us in person, through online meetings, or by emailing [email protected]. Our tutors provide assistance in nearly every subject, as well as helping develop practical and study skills.

We are committed to encouraging and serving students! Come by for homework help, practical tips, or just a quiet place to work.

Our Free Services Include: 

  • Tutoring in Many Classes 
  • Help at Every Stage of the Writing Process (Brainstorming, Planning, Drafting, Editing, Revising) 
  • Study Help 
  • Practice Test Sessions (With tests provided by professors) 
  • Study Groups 
  • Test Proctoring 
  • Reading Aloud 
  • Academic Accountability 
  • Practical Skills (Time Management, Note Taking, Goal Setting, Planning)
  • Style Guide Assistance 

Click here to chat with us on Teams!

Click here to read CAC Appointment Info!

Click here to set up a meeting!

Hours

Please see CAC hours in the weekly chatter email that is sent to students.

The Clark Academic Center

The Who, What, When, Where, Why, How 

WHO Can Use the CAC?

The CAC is for anyone to use—students, professors, even CAC tutors use the CAC!

WHAT is the CAC?

The CAC is a learning center—we specialize in writing and study help. We can also assist you in many of your STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and Bible classes.

WHEN is the CAC Open?

Check out our hours in the Chatter!

WHERE is the CAC?

We are in the back of the library.

WHY should I use the CAC?

It’s a great resource that will help you with your college experience by reviewing assignments, brainstorming and planning with you, helping you set up or navigate Canvas, offering academic accountability, or just providing a great study atmosphere.

HOW do I access the CAC?

Just walk in! If you want, you can also email us questions, problems, and papers ([email protected]) or call us through phone or Teams. If you would like an appointment, refer to the appointment guidelines which are posted on the home page.

Free tutoring is available for:

  • Building writing skills
  • Honing style guide skills (Turabian, APA, MLA) for undergraduate and graduate students
  • Improving study skills
  • Enhancing reading skills
  • Graduate thesis and dissertation help
  • Goal setting
  • Time management skills

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Director of the Clark Academic Center:

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Got Questions? Call 816-768-6963 or send in your paper through [email protected] today!

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Style Guides

Turabian

MLA

APA

Writing Hacks

Click here to visit Grammarly,

a free writing analysis tool.

Tips for Writing an Essay
Outlining an Essay
The Thesis Statement
Questioning as We Write
Common Writing Errors
Tips for Quality Research
Punctuation Guide
How to Avoid Plagiarism
What are Homonyms?
Common Colloquialisms and Idioms
Fragments and Run-On Sentences

Homework Hacks

Making Memory Work
Memory Mechanics
Taking Specific Types of Tests
Emergency Test Prep
How to Analyze a Poem
Time Management Grid

Tutor Talks

Staff

Becca Howell

Becca Howell

B.A., M.A

Clark Academic Center Director

Joelle Tomlinson

Joelle Tomlinson

Head Tutor of the CAC

Zachoia Cooper

Zachoia Cooper

Student Tutor

Lily Gums

Lily Gums

Student Tutor

Leah McNabb

Leah McNabb

Student Tutor