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As a former executive editor of my college newspaper, I am focused on writing interesting opinion and informational pieces. I worked as a writing tutor for all four years of my undergraduate program, and then got a job as a production editor for a textbook

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Education > College Life Choosing dorm room bedding: 1 of 7

When getting ready to go to college, there are a multitude of choices to make: which dorm, which classes, and which meal plan. Choosing one's bedding might not seem that important when compared to the other decisions a student must make, however it should be, as sleep is so important to our everyday functioning. In fact, peo...
Education > Reading & Writing Skills How to hook the reluctant reader: 3 of 15

Fostering a Love of Independent Reading: When “Just Right” Books Are Just Wrong Ask any literacy expert about the key to success in language arts and reading, and his answer is likely to suggest more reading. For the parents of the avid bookworm, this would seem simple and eas...
Education > Homework & Testing How to help in a child's classroom: 7 of 17

How to Help in Your child's Classroom: A Teacher's Perspective on Parent Volunteers Though plenty of parents can offer tips on how to help in your child's classroom, it is often helpful to listen to what teachers have to say. It is important for parents, students, and teachers alike to work together for school success, and p...
Education > Special Education How a child can be gifted and learning-disabled: 3 of 6

Upon walking into my special education class in the Bronx, NY, one might not think that there is any hope of finding a gifted child among these twelve students. Though they are in second grade, most of them cannot read beyond an early first grade level, and some of them do not know all of the letters of the alphabet. Most of...
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to care for an English Bulldog: 1 of 2

How to Care for an English Bulldog English bulldogs, like all dogs, require careful attention and care. Most people are aware that dogs need food, water, and exercise to survive, however there are some special things that “bullies” need in order to have happy, long lives. Bulldog owners should take no...
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Great groomsmen gift ideas: 8 of 8

Gifting for Groomsmen: Giving Gifts Your Guys Will Actually Want Give your friends fifty dollars, and tell them to go buy themselves a little something. While their choices might vary, I guarantee none of their purchases will involve a monogrammed silver money clip. In fact, they aren't likely to buy themselves anything whic...
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles What to wear for fall: 2 of 2

Falling into Fall's Finest: Acing Fall Fashion As summer draws to a close, students get ready to return to school and shoppers get ready to head to the mall. Just like those students who wonder what is in store for them in class, shoppers might feel a little anxious about the changes ahead of them this year. Are white bags s...