What Services are Available for Students Formatting their Dissertations or Theses?
The University Writing Center is pleased to offer ProQuest Formatting Support to assist graduate students with formatting requirements for their theses and dissertations. Schedule 25- or 50-minute appointments on our booking site by selecting the "z3 - ProQuest Formatting Support" option during booking (up to 50 minutes per day). Sessions provide one-on-one guidance on applying formatting standards, interpreting ProQuest feedback, and resolving common formatting issues. Walk-ins welcome when available.
If you need assistance with ProQuest Formatting but cannot meet during those times, please contact writingctr@txstate.edu.
What to expect during Thesis/Dissertation Formatting Support sessions:
- Finding, understanding, and applying formatting requirements
- Interpreting feedback from ProQuest
- Addressing common formatting issues
Important Notice for ProQuest Formatting Sessions
Please be aware that “z3 - ProQuest Formatting Support” appointments are exclusively focused on formatting for ProQuest submission. If you are looking for discussions on writing or content, please book an appointment with one of our consultants using the “z2 - Thesis/Dissertation Writing” option in TracCloud.
Are there other resources available for students’ writing dissertations or theses?
Yes, there are multiple groups and initiatives on campus that support students writing dissertations or theses:
- UWC Write Time
- UWC 1:1 consultation (25- or 50-minute sessions, up to 50 minutes per day)
- Research Assistance
- Graduate College
Dr. Camrie Pipper
Writing Center Manager
EdD: Postsecondary Student Success in Learning, Literacy, and Mathematics
Master's: Literature
Undergraduate Degree: English
Undergraduate Minor: Teaching Certification
