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This page contains links to a number of important informational sites here at the
University of Arizona. Double clicking on any of the icons on the left-hand side of
the page will take you to the corresponding site. Should any of these links not
work, or if you have sites which you feel should be included on this page, please contact
the ESL WEB administrators via our names at the bottom
of the page or the Comments page. Thank you.
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The University of
Arizona
This is the main homepage for the U of A. From here you can access any University
related information you may need. This page contains the Student Link, student and
faculty phonebook which will allow you to search for email addresses, the catalog of
courses, a map of campus, and a calendar of events. If it's on campus, it is most
likely accessible via this page with only a few clicks of the mouse. Also, remember
that you can always use the
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POLIS Courses for Fall 1999
POLIS stands for Project for On-Line Instructional Support and is a communication tool
that your teacher may take advantage of to provide you with the opportunity to have online
discussions of text and/or writing related issues and topics in large or small
groups. This link brings you to the Fall 1999 page where you will see a list of
courses and their sections on the right, course title in the middle, and your instructor's
name on the left - if your instructor is using POLIS, her or his name will appear in the
list. You can access your course by clicking on the appropriate link in red. |
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A Student's Guide To First-Year Composition
The Student's Guide is your friend... which probably sounds kind of corny, but
it's true. Here is a link to the Guide itself - or parts of it actually -
with information about the First-Year Composition's philosophy, policies, placement
procedures, and courses. Additionally, there are links to material on writing and
revision, a list of instructors' homepages, as well as Guide contest winners and
service learning.
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University of Arizona Department of English
This is the main English Department homepage which provides information about the
different programs housed under its wide roof. There are links to the schedule of
classes, publications, a list of upcoming events, and library use. This page also
contains information about Tucson and Arizona. Additionally, you can find a link to
a list of other English Departments, libraries, and online sources that may be worth
checking out when you are doing your research for either English 107 or English 108.
Lastly, the English Department has a link that gives you a quick way to access a variety
of online search engines.
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The Composition Program
This is the main page for information about the Comp Program's philosophy and what it
means for you during your freshmen year and beyond. There are also links on this
page that show you sample syllabi from past semesters, information about the Speaking
About Writing Series, the Student's Guide, as well as a good link to campus
computing information. In addition, this is where you can view the English 101/107 Spring 1999 Final
Exam Study Guide and the English
102/108 Spring 1999 Final Exam Study Guide (or just click one of these links), which
provide you a GREAT preview of what you have to look forward to come this December!
(HINT HINT ---> check it out!) |
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University of
Arizona Writing Center
The Writing Center is basically home to a world of help. Here you will find
information about what the UAWC can do for you and for your writing. You can find
out what the Center's mission is, the hours which the Main Center is open, how to go about
making an appointment, and why you might want/need to visit the Writing Center.
ALSO, this link will lead you to a nice list of Internet Writing Sites (accessible by
clicking here as well) that you can visit for helpful advice on your writing. |
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The Writing Skills Improvement Program
This is a page which provides information about a program designed to meet the needs
of minority and economically disadvantaged students at the U of A. By going to this
site, you can find out information regarding the WSIP mission, student eligibility,
tutoring and other services, enrollment, and workshops (WHICH ARE FREE!). As it is
in your best interest to check out what the WSIP might have to offer you during your
academic career here at the U of A, we strongly recommend visiting this site!
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The
University of Arizona Library
This is one of your most important links for freshman composition. This is the
link to the Sabio Information Gateway where you will be able to conduct online
research using library databases and search engines. Here you will find books in the
general catalogs, indexes to articles, web search options, and online reference
material. All library information is accessible via this one link. USE IT! |
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The
Freshman Year Center
This site provides information specifically geared to first-year students at the U of
A. Here you will learn about the Center's mission to help students transition into college
life. This site also offers information about freshman advising and tutoring, as
well as a list of important dates all freshmen should be aware of and a great list of
campus-related links.
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Center
for English as a Second Language (CESL)
This link will take you to the U of A intensive ESL program, which provides English
language training and American cultural studies. Here you can find out information
regarding the application process, the cost, the curriculum, and the activities that make
up CESL. Information can be accessed on this site in Spanish, German, and Italian. |
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International Student Association
Here you will find information about the services and activities ISA sponsors for
the international student population at the U of A. ISA is
supported by the U of A Student Government (ASUA),
and is the official representative of the international student community at the
University of Arizona. In addition to information about how ISA is attempting to
promote intercultural understanding, this site also has good information regarding Tucson,
housing in on and off campus, an American cultural link, and travel information and tips
for international students. |
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Associated
Students of The University of Arizona
This is a direct link to the University of Arizona student government. This page
will give you information about what role ASUA plays in your life as part of the
University of Arizona student population, as well as what role you could play. This
is a great source of information about student associations, events, rights and
responsibilities, as well as student involvement on campus. |
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