Words having multiple meanings never fail to make most, if not all, language learners scratch their heads. To make the scalp bleed a bit, we can also combine the intricacies behind the punctuation system, especially the notorious comma. Well, luckily enough, today’s post will help you get rid of that seborrheic dermatitis. You know, dandruff. …
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A GPA, abbreviated for Grade Point Average, is a score that represents academic performance. GPA is calculated by dividing a student’s total grade points by their total number of credits. There are two types of GPA: Cumulative GPA which is the overall average, and Major GPA which is only calculated with major-specific courses. A student’s …
A patent is a title which grants a person the exclusive right to an invention. This prevents others from making, selling, or using this invention for the duration of the patent. Patenting an invention can be an expensive, yet rewarding endeavor for a person in any field. It can also be a valuable asset for …
Making the Dean’s List is a great personal achievement for a college or university student, demonstrating a high level of academic performance for one or more semesters. It should not, however, be confused with an honors degree; the Dean’s List award is similar to an honor roll. This accomplishment can show employers that not only …
Writing a resume can be a daunting task for some, especially those who have recently graduated. Resumes are typically an employers first impression of a potential employee, making them an extremely important part of the job-hunt. We want to present our very best selves on our resumes, and this includes our education and experiences. Including …
On one hand, this post deals with the formulaic email opener: “I hope this email finds you well.” On the other hand, you will come to know many better alternatives that you can confidently use in your professional emails. Let’s go straight into discovering how you can enhance your email writing skills and make a …
In July 2019, former Special Counsel Robert Mueller was testifying before the U.S. Congress regarding his investigation into whether there had been interference from Russia in the 2016 election. During a long remark from Rep. Louis Gohmert, Mueller talked over him to say, “I take your question.” When Rep. Gohmert’s remarks concluded and Mueller was …
For many, commas are a hard nut to crack, but they don’t have to get into our nerves at all. Tech people may compare computers to human beings, while, in language, commas are also just like shelves that keep books from being a cluttered mess. Today, we’re going to discuss one of the most commonly …
What do you do when you need to illustrate a relationship between two or more people and two or more other people? How do you do it in a way that is clear and doesn’t use a lot of words? “Respectively” is a word that will allow you to achieve both goals. It can be …