First-Year Writing Instructor's Guide

The UConn Library's RSSS team is dedicated to supporting students and faculty in FYW. We're happy to answer queries about incorporating information literacy into your curriculum and developing new materials for your course.

Services for curriculum development, including regular workshops and consultation for UConn faculty and graduate assistants.

Open access repository for classroom instructional activities informed by the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy.

Compilation of resources for teaching information literacy concepts curated by the Ohio State Libraries.

Foundational document conceptualizing information literacy in the higher education context, developed by the Association of College and Research Libraries.

Homepage for the library, featuring search options and updated hours.

Options for speaking with a library representative, including chat, email, phone, and in-person availability.

Guides developed by library staff organized by topic or course, including the Research Now! guide.

Library unit dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing rare and unique historical materials. Available for supporting instruction with primary sources.

Information about the program overseeing ENGL 1007. Includes curriculum information and contacts.

Providing individualized consultation service from trained peers assisting with any part of the composition process.

Providing academic coaching, supplemental instruction, workshops, and other resources for holistic student success.

Services and information for physical and mental health.

Information about accommodations and programming to foster accessibility and student success.

Providing technical support and documentation for all student needs.

Learning management system log-in to access course materials.