On this first day back to school for most, students and faculty alike may be experiencing an onslaught of feelings, both good and bad. Anxiety of the unknown factor can be one of those emotions kicking in [or maybe you just wanted to extend your vacation?]
Questions to make your head spin can include: Do you have all the supplies needed? Where is my class? How come no one is there? Can't find the right building- did the room number change? What books are required? Oh, the books aren't in yet, where else can I purchase my textbooks? Can't find parking. What now? Where did I put the syllabus? What is Moodle?
I'm sure you can add to this list of questions. So what is the upside? Well of course, there's the enthusiasm and optimism associated with a fresh start. New goals, new teachers, new (and some familiar) faces and a brand new opportunity to learn, exchange, challenge and contribute. With every semester, you are one step closer to your goals.
The task of copyediting gives writers an chance to correct, proofread, update, clarify and tidy written communication. On a computer or with an 'old school' writing instrument, remember that copyediting is not an activity done in isolation. Resources are important - a dictionary, a thesaurus, the AP stylebook, and many factchecking tools.
Expand your resources, networks...and enjoy this new countdown.
Prof. Salas
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