Category: Thematics

Written by: Finn M. For this drizzly Tuesday afternoon, our consultant Finn has written a piece about the validity of all types of writing, and how having a standard definition of “good writing” can impede creativity and cause insecurities in writers. “Let me make something clear: academically-good writing has nothing do with actual, meaningful, artistic, …

Written by: Zoe H. One of our new consultants, Zoe, has written a wonderful piece about the validity of all forms of writing. Please help us welcome her to the UWC in the comments! There is a common misconception that the only literature of merit is “highbrow” literature, or writing considered intellectual. Think Shakespeare, Austen, …

Written by: Brandi W. As Thanksgiving approaches and many of us look at going home for a well-deserved (and needed!) break, it can often feel like returning to a different planet. College—clubs, classes, and conversations—can seem so disconnected from what is going on at home. However, the people and experiences there actually influence college life …

Written by: Jasmine Simpson Reading and writing are considered to be some of the greatest assets that any human being can have. In the black community we consider this to be one of the greatest forms of expression, from writing poetry about our hair and nails, to writing songs exposing the dangers of being a …

Written by: Alexa Q. I’m going to admit something that seems counterintuitive for a Writing Center consultant: I don’t really like writing. Shocking, right? But it’s true. To me, writing is a chore. It’s similar to cooking: I like food, and cooking is a way for me to have food, but the process itself isn’t …

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 …

Written by: Anna K. Of all types of writing, reflective writing is by far my favorite. So frequently I can be overwhelmed by projects and a busy schedule that I don’t slow down and really consider how a certain experience impacted me or what I really learned from it. Reflection essays are a time for …

Written by: Katie A. Color is a paramount factor in any kind of descriptive writing; it is symbolic of many literary elements including symbolism, mood, personality, and environment. When incorporating color into your writing, it is important to visualize the scene or concept at hand and consider the exact hue you plan to communicate to …