Writers' Hub
Are you a WCJLP writer?
Here you can find information about WCJLP deadlines and requirements, as well as access resources to help guide you along your writing journey.
As always, if you have any questions that are not answered on this page, feel free to contact your cabinet.
Happy writing!
Writer's Timeline
Other Requirements
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Book a 30-minute appointment with the Writing Center to go over your first draft.
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Let them know that you are writing a research paper, and explain to your consultant any concerns you have with revising/writing it.
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Fill out the Required Writer's Survey.
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Email Phoebe a short synopsis of the topic and goals of your pieces (check your inbox for an email from Phoebe sent on February 13th for more details).
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Check this doc for a list of Final Draft Requirements
Notes & Resources
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A quick note on shared documents
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If sharing them through google docs, please make sure that the document has open accessibility.
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How to do this:
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Under "Share," click either "Anyone from Wheaton College can comment" or "Anyone with the link can view."
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Alternatively, for more privacy, share it directly with the following cabinet members:
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Hope Mellinger
Victoria Vassell
Susanna Brink
Keagan Leeman
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Or, you may also send your document as a Microsoft word document.
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Resources
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Intro to Legal Research Slides
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Contains information on what legal research is and how to conduct it, as well as some tips on how to format your papers.
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Learn what Bluebook is and how to format your paper accordingly!
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Policy for extensions
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To request an extension, please email an editor in chief at least three days in advance of the due date of your paper.
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