consult with, v. 2. To take counsel with; to seek advice from. Also in indirect passive. 4. To take counsel to bring about; to meditate, plan, devise, contrive. 5. a. To provide for by consultation; to have especial respect or beneficial reference to (a person's good, interest, convenience, etc.) in forming plans; to take into consideration, have an eye to” OED

Do Better Work

The Knowledge Market has highly-trained fellow students who can help you improve your skills. Our consultants work one-on-one or in small groups to develop your research strategies, improve your writing, or polish your presentations.

Allendale or Downtown

Drop by the Knowledge Market at the Mary Idema Pew Library or Steelcase Library or make an appointment to meet with consultants from the Library Research Center, the Writing Center, and the Speech Lab.

What to Expect

Consultations are 30-50 minutes long, and the content of every session is different because consultants are focused on your individual needs. Expect a friendly conversation with a highly-trained peer that will end with a plan for improving your project. Feel free to come back with new drafts of your project or more questions!