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This semester, the Writing Centre is focusing on technical writing principles that you can apply to improve your research writing. The webinar series is open to all NMBU Ph.D. and Post-Doc candidates. You are welcome to attend even if you are not currently writing a manuscript, kappe, or monograph. Please note, all webninars are offered in English.

Topic: Concision
Part 4 of 4 in the Technical Writing Series

Word count matters. When writing to submit manuscripts to a peer-reviewed journal, we always face a word limit. So, being able to say the most about your research topic in as few words as possible can make or break your writing. By applying the principle of Concision, we can root out unnessary words, phrases, and information. Knowing what information to prioritize compared to what is 'fluff', filler, or redundant, we can begin pruning our language to remove the clutter and leave only the most vital words and ideas. This webinar is all about getting to the point in as few words as necessary to make your statement.

In this Webinar, we will introduce you to Concision, show you simple techniques to apply this principles across paragraphs. The webinar also offers a small group excercise to practice and develop your skills in Cohesive and Adhesive writing.

Each Webinar in the Technical Writing Series offers a 20-30 presentation on selected writing principles, 30 minutes of group activity, and 30 minutes of group discussion with a Writing Advisor. An optional 30 minute Question and Answer Period is provided from 12:30-13:00.

Further resources
Past Webinars are available for you to view on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaCC3Cs3gaQBcRpAVSL-Z0A0n5pr8R9Yg 
SWR100 on Canvas provides more technical writing support: https://nmbu.instructure.com/enroll/FYM3PK 
The It's going to be all write Podcast covers more research related topics - available on most streaming services: https://itsgoingtobeallwrite.captivate.fm/
Ph.D. on Track walks you through the entire Ph.D. process: https://phdontrack.net/

This semester, the Writing Centre is focusing on technical writing principles that you can apply to improve your research writing. The webinar series is open to all NMBU Ph.D. and Post-Doc candidates. You are welcome to attend even if you are not currently writing a manuscript, kappe, or monograph. Please note, all webninars are offered in English.

Topic: Clarity Part 1
Part 2 of 4 in the Technical Writing Series

Unclear writing is such a pain. As readers, our understanding of meaning, connections, and good ideas turns to confusion, frustration, and exhaustion when writing is unclear. As writers, we do want to leave our readers confused, so avoiding unclear writing means we need to write for readers, not ourselves. The Clarity principle is useful to critique our own sentences and paragraphs, and to revise them as best as possible. By examining our use of voice, interruptions, and flow of ideas from general to specific, we can identify causes of unclear writing and revise our ideas to illuminate them for our readers.

In this Webinar and the following Peer Review Session (Tuesday, 26.10.2021 from 11:30-13:00), we will introduce you to principles of Clarity and show you simple techniques to apply these principles across sentences and paragraphs. The webinar offers a small group excercise to practice and develop clear writing. Peer Review Sessions provide an opportunity to develop your understand and application of writing priniciples to your own research writing, in a supportive group environmenmt.

Each Webinar in the Technical Writing Series offers a 20-30 presentation on selected writing principles, 30 minutes of group activity, and 30 minutes of group discussion with a Writing Advisor. An optional 30 minute Question and Answer Period is provided from 12:30-13:00.

Further resources
Past Webinars are available for you to view on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaCC3Cs3gaQBcRpAVSL-Z0A0n5pr8R9Yg 
SWR100 on Canvas provides more technical writing support: https://nmbu.instructure.com/enroll/FYM3PK 
The It's going to be all write Podcast covers more research related topics - available on most streaming services: https://itsgoingtobeallwrite.captivate.fm/
Ph.D. on Track walks you through the entire Ph.D. process: https://phdontrack.net/

Joined with our Ph.D Webinar Series, the Hybrid Peer Review Sessions allow you an opportunity to apply writing principles to your own writing.

Work in a group setting, receive helpful feedback and review comments in a collaborative environment, ask questions, and get support from a NMBU Writing Advisor. Peer review is a great way to get another set on eyes on your writing to uncover areas for improvement. As with any skill, writing develops with time, with practice, and with supportive input from your colleauges. We encourage you to join, either physically or digitally. Bring in your writing and watch your work improve. Come for 30, 60, or 90 minutes. 

Physical or Digital?
We understand that not everyone is comforatble being on campus, or is always able to attend physically. After registering, you will be able to choose if you will attend physically or digitally.

Dates, Times, Locations
Wednesday, 29.09.2021 - 11:30-13:00
- LS1027 (Veterinary Building Library) or Zoom

Tuesday, 26.10.2021 - 11:30-13:00
- LS1027 (Veterinary Building Library) or Zoom

Wednesday, 01.12.2021 - 11:30-13:00
- LS1027 (Veterinary Building Library) or Zoom

Registration
Registration opens 15 days before each Peer Review Session. Follow the link to see and register for the next available session: https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/c17cf5cc-b8c8-4499-99a9-95e72b4208e0/class

Miniforelesningen er en del av Skrivesenterets ukentlige skrivestudio, hvor alle NMBU studenter kan komme og arbeide med semester- og gradsoppgaver, samt andre oppgaver.

Hver onsdag 10 - 1600 in Tårn T132.

En skriveveileder er tilgjengelig hele dagen, og kan gi enkel skriveveiledning.

Gratis kaffe og te.

Mer informasjon finner du her.

Velkommen!

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The 30-min. lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Silent Writing Lab, and is open for all NMBU students.

Every week we introduce a new topic related to academic writing - and we guide you through the writing process.

The Silent Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9 - 16.00, and you can drop in at any time.

A writing advisor is available throughout the day.

More information about the event

The 30-min. lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Silent Writing Lab, and is open for all NMBU students.

Every week we introduce a new topic related to academic writing - and we guide you through the writing process.

The Silent Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9 - 16.00, and you can drop in at any time.

A writing advisor is available throughout the day.

More information about the event.

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The 30-min. lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Silent Writing Lab, and is open for all NMBU students.

Every week we introduce a new topic related to academic writing - and we guide you through the writing process.

The Silent Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9 - 16.00, and you can drop in at any time.

A writing advisor is available throughout the day.

Link to the Facebook event

The NMBU Student Journal of Life Sciences is a student-run academic journal published annually, which showcases high-quality work from students across all disciplines at NMBU.

The Journal is published towards the end of every spring semester. Students are encouraged to submit term papers that have received high marks, as well as articles specifically written for the journal.

The Journal was first conceived by Teaching Assistants at the Noragric Writing Centre, which published the first two volumes online. At the time, the journal was called the UMB Student Journal of International Environment and Development Studies.

In 2014, the Journal was renamed the NMBU Student Journal of Life Sciences, reflecting its cross-disciplinary nature. The Editorial Board consisting of a group of engaged students, with support from the Writing Centre and a Faculty Advisor, now publish the Journal. If you are interested in joining, let us know.

Contact: studentjournal@nmbu.no

About the workshop:

Our Writing Advisors, Victoria and Ingvild, will take you through a 90-minutes interactive session (w/breaks) where you can learn and practice simple time management techniques and ways of reducing stress.

Time and location:

Wednesday March 27th 12.30 - 14.00 in Tårn T132

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/314329089225415/

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The lectures will be held in English

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/323794261591592/

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The mini-lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Weekly Writing Lab and is open for all NMBU students. 

The Weekly Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9:00 - 16:00 in Tårn T132.  

As a part of the writing lab, the Writing Centre offers a series of mini-lectures related to academic writing. 

These lectures are relevant for all NMBU students who are working with a writing assignment. 

The lectures are organized so that you can be guided through the writing process from start to submission.

The lectures will be held in English

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/316056305921981/

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The mini-lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Weekly Writing Lab and is open for all NMBU students. 

The Weekly Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9:00 - 16:00 in Tårn T132.  

As a part of the writing lab, the Writing Centre offers a series of mini-lectures related to academic writing. 

These lectures are relevant for all NMBU students who are working with a writing assignment. 

The lectures are organized so that you can be guided through the writing process from start to submission.

The lectures will be held in English

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/240977400123577/

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The mini-lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Weekly Writing Lab and is open for all NMBU students. 

The Weekly Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9:00 - 16:00 in Tårn T132.  

As a part of the writing lab, the Writing Centre offers a series of mini-lectures related to academic writing. 

These lectures are relevant for all NMBU students who are working with a writing assignment. 

The lectures are organized so that you can be guided through the writing process from start to submission.

The lectures will be held in English

Kunnskapsfrokost are monthly events where the NMBU library serve breakfeast together with a small lecture on useful topics for you as a student, researcher og staff at NMBU.

Time and Place: 5.2.19, 9.00-10.00, Library in the Tower Building, Campus Ås

The events are free and open to all.

Welcome!

Registrate here:

https://www.facebook.com/events/334366270497272/

 More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/526189371122362/ 

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The mini-lecture is a part of the Writing Centre Weekly Writing Lab and is open for all NMBU students. 

The Weekly Writing Lab is open every Tuesday 9:00 - 16:00 in Tårn T132.  

As a part of the writing lab, the Writing Centre offers a series of mini-lectures related to academic writing. 

These lectures are relevant for all NMBU students who are working with a writing assignment. 

The lectures are organized so that you can be guided through the writing process from start to submission.

The lectures will be held in English

Agenda:

• How to make a reverse outline
• How to create a first draft from an outline
• Paragraph structure, cohesion, transitions

Session 1: Critical reading, taking notes and creating an outline

-Introduction to the IMRaD structure

-Critical reading lecture

-Activity on critical reading: students read a paper to identify what, why, and how – in addition to identifying the problem

-Lecture on note taking and organizing ideas

-Idea organizations towards an outline

-Lecture on outline techniques, why you need them

For more information, contact: writingcentre@nmbu.no

Or visit us on Facebook: NMBU Writing Centre

Every Wednesday

Tårn T 132

Silent Writing 09:00-12:00

Stress Relief 12:00-12:30

Peer Review 12:30-14:00

Silent Writing 14:00-16:00

Free coffee and tea