Posted on November 10th, 2015 in Language by Jennifer Mahoney

by Alexandra Makris, Student Consultant, University Writing Center Sometimes it seems that the world could be split into those who read and those who do not. Of course, it could be further split into more complicated groupings, such as the “I enjoy reading, but I have a busy life” and the “I don’t like to …

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Posted on October 25th, 2015 by Jennifer Mahoney

by Patrick Stutz, W496 Seminarian [Disclaimer: procrastination is a dangerous activity. Attempt at your own risk. By reading on, you assume full liability for poor procrastination outcomes and hereby waive your rights to blame the author. The views described herein do not reflect the opinion, values, or views of the University Writing Center. Viewer discretion …

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Posted on September 21st, 2015 in Writing Strategies by Jennifer Mahoney

by Megan Gudeman, Peer Consultant, University Writing Center School’s finally back in session, which means homework is also hot on its heels. I know I already had a couple multi-page reports that were due the other day, and classes have only just begun. As we all begin to get our syllabuses and look over calendars …

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Posted on April 14th, 2015 in Language, Writing Center Work by Jennifer Mahoney

by Jennifer Price Mahoney, Interim Director, University Writing Center In 1972, comedian George Carlin released a now-famous routine called “The Seven Words You Can Never Say on TV.” When the routine was broadcast, uncensored, by a radio station in California, an indecency lawsuit was launched that cast a spotlight on public language; testimony included examples …

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