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How to Write an Essay: Tips From An English Major

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

Get ready to face your next college paper with confidence.…

December 19, 2023

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4 Ways To Improve Your English Grades

Daniel Reed

Some love the subject, while others abhor it. Regardless of your feelings, here are a few ways to pump up your GPA.…

April 14, 2021

Tale Foundry Is the Ultimate YouTube Channel for Aspiring Writers

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

This channel is a treasure trove of knowledge on literary fiction, fantasy, writing and much, much more.…

July 7, 2019

3 Reasons Why More Schools Should Teach Latin

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Because 'carpe diem' shouldn’t be the only Latin phrase anybody knows.…

July 7, 2019

After ‘Despacito,’ the Number of Bilingual Collaborations Have Skyrocketed

Michele Mendez, Temple University

'Despacito,' aka the prime of 2017 pop culture, has inspired a revolution of bilingual collaborations.…

April 26, 2018

NYU’s Eduardo Pulgar Is Setting the Tone for Serious Young Writers

Abraham Ramirez, University of California, Los Angeles

Whether it’s in journalism, poetry or fiction, Pulgar has a keen eye for criticism and good wit.…

April 10, 2018

Most Common College-Major Stereotypes Debunked

Ellyot Chen, Pasadena City College

Every college major and minor comes with stereotypes and misconceptions. Don't be that guy who thinks they're all true.…

March 31, 2018

Why You Should Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Take a Creative Writing Course

Grace John, Rutgers University

Even if English is your least favorite subject, a creative writing course might help you find an appreciation for writing.…

February 22, 2018

In Need of Translation

Cheryl Sutton, Purdue University

After the Charlottesville protests, Amalia Garcia-Pretelt began working for the city's witness protection program, giving immigrants a voice by translating theirs.…

January 1, 2018

The Benefits and Challenges of Being Bilingual in College

Valeria Garcia, University of Texas at Austin

Although being bilingual can be a struggle growing up, having this skill in college can be the key to a successful future.…

December 28, 2017

LA’s Youth Poet Laureate Discusses Her First Collection, ‘Branches’

Gaige Davila, UTSA

Poet and UCLA student Rhiannon McGavin talks about her favorite poets, working up to fiction and writing alongside her friends in The Love-Inns.…

July 28, 2017

5 Potential Career Paths for English Majors, None of Which Are Teaching

Christine Ascher, USC

When your relatives ask what you're going to do with your major, just show them this.…

June 10, 2017

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