Category: Language

Written by: Armon E. As many writers know, writing can carry a lot of personal attachments—ranging from impactful or traumatic experiences to personal beliefs or strong emotions. It has the potential to embody our thoughts, emotions, and vulnerabilities all in one package. Sometimes this makes writing hard to share, especially when it might involve sharing what …

By: Logan G. The continual advancement of technology is ever-present in our lives, and its expanding branches have roots in our educational systems and curricula. Many aspects of education and early childhood development that were seen even twenty years ago are no longer relevant or necessary. In large part, the frequency with which children are …

Written by: Jasmine S. Self Expression is something that we all engage in every once and awhile. Whether it be by cooking, dancing, or meme’s, writing is an easy and personalized way to do this. Personalized writings such as poetry or journaling allows writers and readers to jump into an alternative reality filled with emotion, …

Written By: Tanner B. Education often places writing in such a box and limits it to some realm of academic approach only. This is a very harmful stereotype about writing and in many ways, it takes the passion and purpose out of what writing can be. Writing is alive in our community and is breathing every day. Take local …

Written by: Emily R. Someone once told me that perception of color may vary between people, that my red may not be the same as your red. When I see a strawberry, I may perceive the color I learned to call red, while you may perceive the color I call blue but that you have …

International Writing Centers Week will be starting on February 11th and we will be holding many events for anyone to attend! Come on by for one or all of the events where we will have free food and fun activities! We hope to see you there!

“Effects” and “Affects” Written By: Haneen Aldebasy Learning the differences between “EFFECTS” and “AFFECTS” can positively affect your grades in school and effect changes in your written expression. Students are constantly confusing these two terms.  Let’s remember that both terms operate as nouns and verbs and that the meanings of each one change notably depending …

by Michael Beck, Peer Consultant, University Writing Center Most American students are taught the importance of reading and writing, but that value often translates to being able to read and write. In the Middle Ages, setting the bar at being merely literate would have been striving for excellence. However, mere literacy often eclipses striving for …

by Jennifer Price Mahoney, Faculty Consultant, University Writing Center Ah, summer. No classes. Long days. Downtime for some pleasure reading? If you’re lucky enough to have a few days off during the warm weather, you may find yourself looking for a good book. And if you’re a budding writer, you may want to read a …

by James White, Student Consultant, University Writing Center As previously mentioned in an earlier post by one of our resident UWC badasses, George Carlin had a very famous routine that involved seven words that should never be said on television. Forty-four years later and one of the last words on his list was recently spoken …