1. Why Do You Want To Be A Writing Fellow, And What Will

Ernest Hemingway once said, “It’s none of their business that you have to learn to write. Let them think you were born that way.” Hard to argue semantics with a man who won a Nobel Prize in literature. From classic writers, such as Sir Author Conan Doyal and Edgar Allen Poe, to contemporary writers, such as, Mark Twain and Stephen King, they all started at the same place, the beginning. The most famous poems, plays, songs, books, and movies that have stood the test of time and a now considered masterpieces all have one thing in common, they are written well. They are immortalized because of the way the words were strung together and kept their audiences captivated. Those writers were able to mesmerize their audiences because they learned the fundamentals of the written word. Good writers understand the fundamentals build into the many variables that come together to create a well written piece.

When we were required to read books for school, other classmates complained about it, but it was one of my favorite parts of class. Even though I didn’t always like the books, I liked to read books that I wouldn’t have picked out to read. I liked being surprised when I enjoyed a book that I didn’t think I would like.

reading the works of other authors is vital to the growth of a writer. This allows the writer to

I have wanted to be a writer since before I could read. As a child, I copied picture books out onto sheets of paper, with the illustrations and all of the letters, before I could even put

"Like most – maybe all – writers, I learned to write by writing and, by example, by reading books” - Francine Prose, Reading Like A Writer.

When learning to read i’d received a Dr. Seuss book How the Grinch Stole Christmas for a week in my rooms closet read just, read. Later in life learning my numbers in both English along with Shoshone and Spanish.

Goodman 6 Richard Goodman English Comp II Mrs. Cravens 21 February 2018 Audience in Mind What makes a good writer? Many people have differing opinions on what makes a person a good writer, or the standard in which one can write. One of the main things to remember about writing is to always keep your audience in mind, and adjust you writing style and language accordingly.

“... becoming a better writer is going to help you become a better reader and that is the real payoff” (10).

Hi Lori, I’m interested in being a writing coach this coming fall term for the SOJC Writing Central. I believe that my experience tutoring for the UO’s English department and my time spent tutoring at the Jaqua Center, makes me a valid candidate for the job and will allow me to help you this coming year.

To start off, I wish to attend Bearswrite because I want to grow my writing skills. A few years ago, an- itch, as one may call it or ambition, began to grow. This itch urged me to transfer my creative story ideas onto paper. The itch, being such a pressing matter, forced me to write. Following that itch has taken me on the journey of

It is with great interest that I am applying for the writing consultant position at CSSW Writing Center. I believe my educational background in social work and public health combined with my writing and communication skills makes me a strong candidate for this position.

I’m not a notable writer, nor have I really wanted to join the writing industry. However, I have been interested in other people’s writing. From their deep meanings, content, and different formats/styles. It’s a wondrous creation made from within our imagination and experiences. It has inspired me to write too. I’ve been writing most of my life that it has become a necessity. And now from my past experiences with writing, I try my best to improve my skills as a writer for the future.

I am Madison Conley. I am currently a sophomore majoring in English with an emphasis in editing. I was born and raised in Wichita Kansas, but currently reside in Granbury Texas. As of right now, I work in the Bookstore, and am also co-president of SAB. Since attending this school I have heard about opportunities in the writing center and I think that this position would help me gain experience in my projected field area. I also feel that this position would assist me in furthering my knowledge of what is involved in becoming an editor and also help me master my grammar skills.

As a writing tutor, I will bring my passion in teaching to the diverse students at PCC. I have an immense amount of knowledge and experience in teaching English writing to students whose English is their second language.

Rivera-Batiz (1992) stated, “Mathematical achievement of individuals strongly predicts their success later in life.” Watson & Gable (2012) mention that basic academic skill are fundamental to long-term academic success and, on a post-secondary level obtaining employment in a highly competitive job market.” National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS-2); ( Newman, et al., 2011) stated that more than three quarters of youth with disabilities test below the mean. Far less information is attainable on mathematics than reading instruction (Gregoire’ & Desoete, 2009). The same report mentioned that 45% of students with disabilities compared to 25% of their typical peers complete a below standard curriculum. What makes mathematics a strong