Workshops and Groups – UNC Writing & Learning Center

Learning Center Workshops | ADHD/LD Workshops and Groups | STEM Workshops and Groups | Graduate Student Workshops and Groups

Learning Center Workshops on Heel Life!

Writing Application Essays – 1/12 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Study Smarter – 1/14 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Digital Distractions – 1/22 @3:30–4:30pm/Kenan Labs B125
Reading Effectively – 1/28 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Learning Languages – 2/5 @3:30–4:30pm/Kenan Labs B125
Preparing for Tests – 2/11 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Note-taking Strategies – 2/16 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Staying Motivated – 2/25 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Digital Distractions – 3/2 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Reading Effectively – 3/5 @3:30–4:30pm/Kenan Labs B125
Preparing for Tests – 3/11 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Study Smarter – 3/26 @3:30–4:30pm/Kenan Labs B125
Study Abroad – 4/6 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Make a Plan for Finals – 4/8 @4:00–5:00pm/Bingham 3014
Make a Plan for Finals – 4/23 @3:30–4:30pm/Kenan Labs B125

Finals Boot Camp
Friday, May 1 – @10:00am–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Monday, May 4 – @10:00am–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Tuesday, May 5 – @10:00am–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Wednesday, May 6 – @10:00am–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)

Learn more and register for upcoming Writing and Learning Center Workshops on Heel Life.

ADHD/LD Workshops and Groups

ADHD, Me, and UNC

Monthly social where students with ADHD can chat with ADHD Specialists and peers for ongoing support, connections, and education about ADHD.

Wednesday, January 21 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Wednesday, February 11 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Wednesday, March 11 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)
Wednesday, April 15 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 0127 (The Writing Center)

ADHD/LD Peer Connect

Weekly group to join other peers with ADHD/LD where you can exchange ideas, support each other, and learn strategies that support academic success.

Tuesday, January 20 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, January 27 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, February 3 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, February 10 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, February 17 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, February 24 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, March 3 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, March 10 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, March 24 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, March 31 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, April 7 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, April 14 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115
Tuesday, April 21 – @4:00–5:00pm/SASB North 2115

STEM Workshops and Groups

STEM Learning Groups

Join our Biology, Chemistry, Math, Statistics, and Physics learning groups on Canvas to get online support. Contact Chemistry Learning Specialist Ben Carpenter at bcarpen@live.unc.edu with questions.

STEM Workshops

MCAT Workshops

Introduction to the MCAT – 1/28 @5:00–6:00pm/Greenlaw 101
Preparing for the CARS Section on the MCAT – 2/10 @4:00–5:00pm/Manning 307
Preparing for the STEM Sections on the MCAT – 2/23 @5:30–6:30pm/Mitchell 0005
Preparing for the MCAT: Test Day & Beyond – 3/9 @5:30–6:30pm/Mitchell 0005

AI in STEM Workshops

Problem Solving in STEM Using AI – 2/2 @11:00–12:00am/Health Science Library 307

STEM Coaching Groups

MCAT Coaching Group

Are you studying to take the MCAT between March 2026 and July 2026? Join this coaching group to connect with others in the same boat to discuss self-studying strategies, set goals, and establish accountability throughout the semester!

This coaching group is designed for students who are planning to take the MCAT exam between the dates of March 2026 and July 2026. Due to anticipated high demand, registration is required, and we kindly request that you do not register for this coaching group if you are planning to take the MCAT outside of this window or are unable to commit to attending at least 3 of the 4 sessions.

Monday, February 2 – @5:30–6:30pm/SASB North 0127
Monday, February 16 – @5:30–6:30pm/SASB North 0127
Monday, March 2 – @5:30–6:30pm/SASB North 0127
Monday, March 23 – @5:30–6:30pm/SASB North 0127

Register for the MCAT Coaching Group here

Carolina Women in STEM

Are you an undergraduate STEM major at UNC?
Join the STEMpire @ The Learning Center for our Carolina Women in STEM seminar series.

Network with other STEM majors
Connect with working professional women in STEM and learn about their STEM journey
Learn about the growth mindset and how to incorporate it into your journey in STEM

More info coming soon…!

Graduate Student Workshops and Groups

Dissertation Boot Camp

Join fellow dissertation writers for a week of focused writing. Participants will set goals for the week, experiment with writing strategies, work on their writing in several structured time blocks, and engage in a series of writing-related discussions with other grad students.

See details and registration information for upcoming Dissertation Boot Camps here.

Graduate Student Resources and Programming from the Writing Center

See this page for graduate-specific programming and resources from the Writing Center.