Started in 1990 in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Utah State University, the Rhetoric Associates Program is modeled after a decentralized tutoring program originated at Brown University that supports communication across the curriculum. Thirteen undergraduates, nominated by faculty, worked in the inaugural year of the program, helping nearly 400 students improve their skills in writing. In 1993, the number of RAs had grown to 22. By 1994, the 32 RAs included a contingent from the College of Natural Resources, who participated in an experimental program in which students from colleges other than HASS participate in the training seminar and work with writers in their home disciplines. For 1995-96, 35 RAs were on staff, including 5 from CNR and 8 returning RAs. In 1996-97, we welcomed 29 Ras, 11 of them returning. The CNR program continues. In coming years, we expect to work with an ever-increasing number of students to improve their communication skills.