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This resource provides a brief introduction to writing in the field of History through the lens of threshold concepts. It includes: An overview of what writing characteristics are valued in History ...

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The public sees writers mainly in their victories, but their lives are spent mostly in defeat. By Stephen Marche “Is it ever easier?” a young writer asked me recently. “Do you ever grow a thicker skin ...

After the whirlwind of holiday giving has passed, take some time for gratitude. By Jennifer Harlan The maelstrom of holiday gift-giving is finally winding down for the year, leaving a trail of ripped ...

This handout is available for download in DOCX format and PDF format. A paragraph is a collection of related sentences dealing with a single topic. This handout breaks the paragraph down into its ...

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The Technical writing requirement can be met by completion of a scholarly publication as defined by the following three options: Science-based paper accepted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal ...

The English Department offers graduate and undergraduate certificates in creative writing. The undergraduate program is workshop-based, offering a supportive environment with peers and professors as ...

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