Monthly Archives: September 2012

Strong, Rich and Full-Bodied Sentences

This week I visited a first-year seminar class. I asked students what writing questions they had, and they asked me what it meant to write “robust sentences.” I wondered where this question came from, and they replied that their professor… Continue reading

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State College Magazine: The Pet Issue

Writing for a magazine with general readership is a lot different from writing a scientific article. If you’re interested in writing a GRUNDY HAVEN paper, you want to write in this journalistic style. Here’s an example; it’s an article I… Continue reading

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How to Write a Scholarship Thank You Letter

Your ship just came in with a boatload of money for your education. You got a scholarship! Your outstanding academic performance and work ethic are being recognized. You are an exemplary student and a role model for others. This means… Continue reading

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