How-to Guides and Resources
Tips for Academic Writing
These resources and links review expectations for academic writing in an American university setting.
Axes Method for Organizing Your Ideas
CSC Model for Thesis Statements
CARS Model for Academic Introductions
Citation Guides
Grammar and Style
- Strunk's Elements of Style
- Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing
- Professor Pitney's Writing and Research Tips
Online Writing Guides
Tips for Presentations
Looking for help creating and delivering a presentation? Here you’ll find some tips for crafting an effective presentation.
Senior Thesis Support
These links will help seniors prepare for and write their thesis projects. Please visit our “Tips for Research” section, below, for more tips and strategies.
Senior Thesis
- CMC Senior Thesis web site
Includes general information, the syllabus, schedules (due dates), and thesis formatting information. - Senior Thesis Research Guide
- Scholarship@Claremont: Thesis Submission Page
- Sample Theses
- Keck Science Planning Video for Juniors open_in_new
Tips for Research
Are you looking for support with research? You can find some help here.
Research Methods
For an introduction to research methods, visit the SAGE research methods page.
Research Guides
For more information about your area of interest, visit the Honnold-Mudd Library’s subject guides.
Research Librarians
For one-on-one support for research in your area, and to make an appointment with a subject specialist, review the Honnold-Mudd Library list of subject librarians.
Literature Reviews
For a guide to writing a literature review, visit the following site: writing a literature review.
Citation Management
For a helpful citation manager, visit the Honnold-Mudd Library’s Zotero site.
Tips for Faculty Interactions
The following resources offer suggestions for interacting productively with your faculty members.
How to Email Your Professors
Asking for Recommendations
Preparing for Office Hours with Your Professors
