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Our Mission

Language Arts Tutorial Services (LATS) is a program under OASIS, whose core values are education, social justice, unity, community, and empowerment. At LATS, we believe in carrying out these values by providing culturally-informed and supportive one-on-one writing tutoring, writing workshops, and other programming. Our goal is to empower students to become effective writers in college and beyond. We strive to equip students with the skills and strategies to not only become better writers and communicators, but that also honor their identities, thoughts, voices, and lived experiences. 

In our tutoring...

we do not believe in prescribing fixes for writing. We believe writing is a process and that one-on-one tutoring is a collaborative act that enables students to effectively express their ideas in writing. We strive to facilitate conversations that will help students navigate the many choices when it comes to writing. 

In our workshops and programming...

we aim to create a space that is inviting and affirming. Writing can be a lonely endeavor, so we strive to provide a sense of community that welcomes—including but not limited to—linguistic diversity, neurodiversity, people with disabilities, and first-gen students. We believe in validating students’ lived experiences. We want to help students see the beauty and strength of their experiences and to give them agency to tell their stories confidently. 

OASIS LATS Programs

At OASIS, we believe in using community to empower people in their writing process. The following programs are geared toward certain student populations so that we can pinpoint specific issues and barriers in order to take the anxiety and uncertainty out of the act of writing. The goal is to make the process of improvement feel more supportive and comfortable so that you can grow as a writer at your own pace. Come to any of these programs to find a community where you find commiseration, camaraderie, and comfort as you navigate the many ways of becoming a better writer and communicator. 

  • Academic Opportunities Workshops:

    A series to introduce different academic opportunities available to UCSD students. After an in-depth info session, students will have time to brainstorm ideas on what to write about, as well as work with LATS writing facilitators to come up with a structure for the written component of the application process. By the end of each workshop, students will have a strong idea of how to put together a successful application.  
  • Community Drop-in Hours:

    No appointment required! Work with experienced LATS writing facilitators to make progress on a writing project, whether that be a writing assignment for a class or a scholarship essay. Come by yourself or with friends and benefit from writing in community with others.
  • One-on-one Writing Support:

    Virtual or in-person appointments are available to work with a highly-trained LATS writing facilitator to get personalized feedback on any writing project. Facilitators will provide a welcoming environment by validating students’ voices and experiences and valuing multilingualism and neurodiversity. From course writing assignments, to personal statements, to cover letters, there’s somebody on our staff who can bring out the full potential of your writing. Check out our LATS facilitators bio page here!

Writing Tutoring Hours

LATS is available for in-person and online writing tutoring Monday-Friday from 10:30am-6pm. Make an appointment at ucsandiego.mywconline.com to work with one of our 16 highly-trained writing facilitators. Our facilitators come from all the different colleges and from all different majors. They are trained to give you the tools to become more confident in your writing, whether it’s for a class or a writing project, such as a scholarship essay, personal statement, or research proposal. We’re here to provide supportive, non-judgmental guidance for all your writing concerns.

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TUTORING PRINCIPLES 

  1. We believe writing is a means of expression, not just as scholars, but as individuals.
  2. We help students find their voices. We validate their thoughts and experiences, empower them, and give them tools to articulate what they’re thinking and feeling.
  3. We never judge writing. We strive to create a comfortable space for students to learn about and grow in their writing.
  4. We guide students to come to their own insights about their writing. We never tell students what to write or how to write it.
  5. We meet students where they’re at. We take into consideration what knowledge they already have and work with them to build off that existing knowledge.
  6. We believe in writing as a powerful tool to create community and transformation.

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FAQ's

Who is eligible to receive tutoring services from the Languages Arts Tutorial Services Program?

All UCSD undergraduate students are eligible to receive support from the Language Arts Tutorial Services Program.

What is the cost associated with receiving tutoring from LATS?

Tutoring is provided at no cost to all registered undergraduate UCSD students!

Do I have to be affiliated with the summer transition programs OASIS holds in order to receive tutoring from LATS?

No, you do not need to be affiliated with OASIS in any way to receive support. As long as you are a registered undergraduate student at UCSD, you are eligible to receive tutoring services here at LATS.

How will LATS help me with the writing assignment that I’m currently working on?

Our tutors can assist you through the entire writing process, from interpreting the prompt to revising a final draft.

What should I bring with me if I am receiving tutoring for a writing assignment?

Make sure you upload the writing prompt to the appointment form on ucsandiego.mywconline.com when you schedule your appointment. Bringing a hard copy to the session might also be helpful. We can help with every step of the writing process, so even if you haven’t written anything and just want to brainstorm, just be sure to bring your notes from class. 

Also, bring with you a collaborative attitude. LATS writing facilitators are trained NOT to give you the direct answer. They are trained to understand where you’re at in the writing process and give you appropriate and helpful tools to make writing feel more manageable. The goal is to make you feel more confident in your writing. Appointments are most successful when they are a conversation.

What foreign languages do you support?

We believe multilingualism is a strength. Check out our LATS Team page to find out what languages are spoken on our staff. You’ll also find proficiency levels next to each language that is listed.

OASIS Language Arts Tutorial Services

Center Hall, Third Floor

OASIS Front Office Phone: (858) 534-3760

Hours: LATS offers one-on-one tutoring Monday-Friday. Check out our availability at ucsandiego.mywconline.com.

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Email: oasislats@ucsd.edu

Mailing Address: 9500 Gilman Drive

Mail Code 0045 La Jolla, CA 92093-0045          

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