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There's a new resource for students who need help with English and language arts. After three years in the making, the Writing and Reading Center is now open for business.

Located near the Science Center, the WRC offers a breadth of services to De Anza students and faculty.

According to center director Wallis Leslie, plans are to have various members of faculty and student tutors available on a drop-in basis for those who need help with English or language arts classes. Tutoring will also include tests and quiz preparation.

The WRC also offers resources for faculty members. The center will host workshops for faculty who want to learn about a specific subject or come up with new curriculum ideas.

Future plans for the center include the introduction of teacher assistants and a student-peer group to help students with their academic and personal problems.

Leslie said that she wants a place where she can both celebrate the achievements of students and also encourage them to reach their highest potential.

Since its opening, the center has had about 70 visitors per day.

"The students and faculty should come here and see what's up," Leslie said.

The center is open Mondays and Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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