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Filed Under: Academic Enrichment

Bite Size Grammar Tip: Parallel Structure in Writing

From analytical essays to speeches to personal statements for college admissions, the author’s craft and organization are as equally important as the writer’s voice and textual analysis. One common rhetorical device that helps to make writing more memorable is the use of parallelism. [Read More]

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College Spotlight – University of Chicago

University of Chicago, founded in 1890, is a private institution located in an urban setting – near the heart of Chicago proper. It ranks among the top three National Universities, according to U.S. News. Situated in the Hyde Park community, the campus boasts of its rich student life within a vibrant big-city setting. [Read More]

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Maximizing a College Library Visit

Entering a college library can be an intimidating experience for students. Seeing countless shelves lined with books, nonfiction publications, and articles, floors upon floors of references and texts, and archival collections can be overwhelming for many scholars. [Read More]

Filed Under: College Admissions

Bite Size Grammar Tip: Apostrophes

Apostrophes are one of the more confusing punctuation marks in the English language. However, it is important to understand when and how to use apostrophes correctly in writing. [Read More]

Filed Under: Grammar Tips & Tricks

Learning a Foreign Language Outside of the Classroom

There are many reasons students learn a foreign language other than meeting high school or college graduation requirements or taking proficiency exams. Learning a foreign language offers opportunities for students to connect with other people while traveling abroad, to read a text in its original language, or to communicate with a family member or a friend. [Read More]

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