Grad Resources
No one should have to thesis alone!
The WCC is here to help you through your thesis and dissertation process.
First, talk through your draft with our graduate writing coach. Then, submit your draft 20 pages at a time to our Graduate Technical Editor.
We can also help you with presentations, publications, professional documents, and more!
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Dr. Mina Amini, Graduate Technical Editor
Mina Abdolhosseinzadeh Amini, Ph.D.
Publications: see Google Scholar
Dr. Mina Amini is an indispensable resource for graduate students navigating the challenges of academic writing. With a PhD in Education specializing in Curriculum Studies from North-West University, South Africa, Mina brings a wealth of expertise to Missouri S&T’s Writing & Communication Center. Dr. Amini's research focuses on self-directed learning, teachers’ reflection, productive feedback practices, and English as a Foreign Language (EFL). She has also authored two books on self-regulation, showcasing her deep understanding of effective learning strategies. Dr. Amini is dedicated to helping graduate students polish their dissertations, theses, journal articles, and manuscripts. Whether you need structural guidance, stylistic refinement, or precise editing, Dr. Amini is here to ensure your writing meets the highest academic standards.
The Graduate Technical Editor will review 20 pages per submission. You may break your thesis or dissertation into 20-page sections, and you are eligible to submit your next section once you have received feedback on your prior submission.
Your document will be reviewed for:
- English usage
- Grammar and mechanics
- Sentence structure and word choice
- Clarity and organization
- Documentation practices
In order to provide you with the best and most efficient feedback, your submission will first be reviewed by graduate consultants. A consultant may contact you to discuss some revisions before your document is submitted to the Graduate Technical Editor. Once your document is ready to be edited, our graduate team will forward it to the editor, and you should receive feedback in approximately ten business days.
Please note: Technical editing focuses on enhancing the quality of your writing and does not include format checking for theses or dissertations. For details on format checking, visit the Graduate Education Office page or contact your graduate education specialist.
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| S&T Thesis and Dissertation Guide | S&T Graduate Education |
| Thesis/Dissertation Specifications (Preparing Your Document) | S&T Graduate Education |
| Formatting Your Thesis/Dissertation | S&T Graduate Education |
| Submitting Your Thesis/Dissertation | S&T Graduate Education |
Prepare for the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) with the WCC!Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a competition for graduate students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. 3MT® challenges students to present a compelling oration on their dissertation and its significance in just three minutes and with one slide, in language appropriate for an educated, non-specialist audience. 3MT competitions are held in over 85 countries by more than 900 universities. |
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The Writing & Communication Center (WCC) is here to help you shine in the 3MT competition! Our expert consultants can guide you in transforming complex research into a compelling, concise, and accessible presentation. We’ll help you refine your message, engage your audience, and communicate with confidence—all within the tight three-minute timeframe.
Consider scheduling us for one of the following sessions:
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| 3MT Crafting your Script | WCC | > 30 days before competition | |
| 3MT Perfecting your Slide | Green Screen Room (Library 317) | > 14 days before competition | |
| 3MT Practicing your Delivery | Green Screen Room (Library 317) | > 1 week before competition |
Visit the WCC and take the next step toward 3MT success!
Are you interested in becoming a Writing & Communication Coach?
We're interested in you, too!
We are seeking graduate students who are strong writers and communicators. International grad students are welcome to apply. Teaching and/or publication experience is always a plus!
Never tutored before? That's okay! We'll train you.
The hours are flexible; the pay is competitive, and the personal gratification is invaluable.
If this sounds up your alley, submit the WCC Pre-application Form today!