Welcome to the Center for Theological Writing at
Westminster Theological Seminary
The Center for Theological Writing (CTW) equips students of theology with the tools to write clearly, correctly, cogently, and profoundly (John Frame, The Doctrine of the Knowledge of God). To that end, the Center offers writing classes, one-on-one consultations, and online writing resources. It is also a place for students who love writing to meet and share their ideas.
Center for Theological Writing - Main Menu
Becoming a Demanding Reader provides information that will expand your understanding of reading while adding practical tools to your reading skills
Becoming a Better Writer helps you navigate the writing process for a variety of writing assignments at Westminster.
Theological Writing — What to Expect helps you master the principles of academic writing, discipline by discipline, for most of the specific writing assignments you will encounter at Westminster.
Format Guidelines 2010-2011 explains the formatting and submission requirements that Westminster expects all students to follow in their theses, dissertations, or projects.
Editor Referral Service provides a list of recommended editors vetted through the CTW. They will work with all levels of academic writing.
Writers' Circle lists schedules of weekly Writers' Circle meetings where students discuss various Westminster writing projects with Dr. Altena and faculty guest speakers.
Writers and Readers Group brings together those who are interested in reading literature with those who would like to write creatively.
Writing Texts provides resources that can guide you on your journey through academic writing.
Writing Services for Westminster Students allows you to schedule an appointment with a tutor, and lists other services available through the CTW.
Office Hours
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and by appointment.
Contact Information
Leslie Altena, Director of the Center for Theological Writing
Montgomery Library, Second Floor, Room L-1
Ph: 215-935-3867 or 1-800-373-0119
writingcenter@wts.edu
