Monthly Archives: September 2011

(Un)Comfortable Reading Positions or “Norton Neck-Cramps”

Posted on 9/19/2011 by derick

There’s a common problem plaguing english grad students — in fact, it may have spread to all students generally. It is a problem oft dismissed as irrelevant; never talked about; never addressed, and students suffer alone when confronting it. I … Continue reading →

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Statement of Purpose Writing Tips

Posted on 9/10/2011 by derick

Statement of Purpose essays are incredibly difficult to write. This past April, I began the application process anew for my PhD. Of course among the items required was a statement of purpose. Worse, I read it’s often considered the most … Continue reading →

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Melodie Professional Edition

Posted on 9/1/2011 by derick

Once upon a time, churches used overhead projectors to display song lyrics on screen for people to follow. This was not bad for its time, but it did require a lot of work on the operator. It was tedious (and … Continue reading →

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