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Academics - Freshman Inquiry

Freshman Inquiry

The department of Freshman Inquiry is responsible for three regularly scheduled writing classes: CO 109, CO 111, CO 112.
In addition to credit classes, Freshman Inquiry sponsors the Writer’s Block, a writing center open providing writing support to all Blackburn students at no charge. The Writer’s Block is staffed by trained writing assistants available during publicized open hours. Assistants are eager to offer their help in the processes of research, revision and editing.
 		  Skills for Students

College Study Skills is a one-credit elective available to any student interested in improving a variety of study skills and attitudes; it covers such topics as time management, note-taking, reading, exam-taking, and motivation. In addition to credit classes, Freshman Inquiry sponsors the Writer's Block, a writing center that is open to all Blackburn students at no charge; trained writing assistants are available during publicized open hours to help with brainstorming ideas for a paper, research, revising drafts, and editing. Tutors and Supplemental Instruction groups are also available in some freshman/sophomore courses; your instructors will notify you if tutoring is available.