Free Resources
Free Resources
At DocuMentor, I believe that quality support should be accessible, especially when you're just getting started or working on your own. This page offers three free resources designed specifically for doctoral social work students:
A weekly writing group
A starter pack of academic tools and templates, available by request
A blog that is regularly updated with helpful tools and other information for doc students.
These supports are completely free and separate from my paid tutoring and editing services. You're welcome to use them whenever they suit your needs.
DSW/Ph.D. Writing Group
Wednesdays
3-4:30 PM EST
This weekly writing group is free and open to all doctoral social work students, whether you’re in coursework or the capstone phase. We set goals, work quietly, and regroup to share progress and offer support.
No registration required. Come every week, or drop in when you can.
Free Academic Support Resource Packs
Looking for practical tools to stay organized and confident in your academic work?
I've created two free downloadable resource packs: one for students in their Integrative Seminar course (comp exam, lit review, capstone proposal) and one for students in their Capstone semester.
What's in the Integrative Seminar Resource Pack?
Literature Review 101: Getting started and staying organized
Zotero 101 + Semantic Scholar 101: Tech tools for research
PERRLA 101: Formatting help for Word users
Weekly Checklist: Stay on track through the semester
How to Choose an Editor: Guidance for when you're ready to seek support
What's in the Capstone Resource Pack?
Capstone Assignments Timeline: Keep key deadlines in sight
Capstone Survival Checklist: Manage the moving parts
Meeting Summary Template: Stay organized during check-ins with your Capstone instructor
How to Choose an Editor: Guidance for when you're ready to seek support
To request access, just fill out this short form:
You’ll receive a link to download whichever pack is most relevant to your current course.
The DocuMentor Blog
The DocuMentor Blog
Short, practical articles on writing, research, time management, and study strategies; always free, always designed for busy doctoral students.
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