I have learned a lot in this class about my self as a writer and my writing process that I will take with me whenever I write a paper for the rest of my life. I hope to carry on the confidence I feel with my writing now into Writing 102 as well as other classes. I hope that in Writing 102 I can work on writing better analysis so that it comes more naturally to me.
Category: Daily Writes
Why Reflect?
I think that reflection is key, following anything that you do creatively or intellectually, to really knowing how you felt and what you did. They say hindsight is 20/20 and I think that reflection in this class after large assignments, is a great way to let the teacher see your thought process, conclusions you came up with on your own about your work, and things you may have done differently. It is a great way to evaluate and comment on your writing process.
Simile Daily Write
My semester has been like running a marathon with no finish line. I have constantly felt stressed out with no end in sight (until now)! This semester was definitely required more effort from me then the last semester and I was not expecting it! Hopefully I have handled it well and that my hard work will pay off in the end.
Derby Days Incident
I totally agree with what Rachel Wilson had to say in response to the horrible and offensive events of last Friday night. The Sigma Chi’s responsible for the comments should be held responsible but I, like Rachel, believe that the issue is much larger then that. It unfortunately is a cultural issue that many college aged boys have little to no respect for women. I hope that her words are amplified and made an example of because she it spot on.
Freedom of Speech Daily Write
George Takei’s words are something that I think everyone should know and try to abide by in their lives. I am not saying that speech should be stifled, but “it’s a free country with free speech” is not an excuse, in my opinion, to say horrible or offensive things and feel as though you had the right to do so. Also, a lot of people say things and then get offended when a dialogue ensues that does not directly agree with what they said. Takei addresses this in a perfect way saying that if you get to say what you want to then everyone else has the right to respond how they want to.
How to Survive the Semester
- Get as much sleep as you possibly can
2. Study your hardest by forming a study group or just a group of people to go to the library with
3. Treat your self to something that relaxes you when you feel confident about your work
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Daily Write
The most recent creative endeavor I found myself on was the last time I was visting home and was visiting my local URBN factory store. This store is heaven for any girl that likes the brands that URBN owns: Free People, Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters. This store is packed with things that was sent back to or didn’t sell from the distribution center up the road and is a place I frequent more then I should when I am home. It requires creativity just to walk into the place, clothes are in boxes on the floor, furniture is broken and there are chips in the china they sell, but everything in the store can be repurposed for a new use. While searching I came across a ripped poster of a beach scene that I had to have and somehow make work in my bedroom at home. I took it home, cut it to fit a frame I had purchased, and to get rid of the tear in the poster, and proudly hung it up on my wall. Although it was a small feat, every time I go home and look at it, I think about my little creative endeavor proudly.
Peer Review
At peer review today I got lots of great feedback and feel like I really have a clear direction to head in when I revise my paper to be turned in. My topic sentences are working well with my body paragraphs, my thesis is clear and introduction strong, and the overall message and content is scholarly and working toward a common theme. However, my essay is organized by source more than point which needs to be improved and I also need to use other sources in my paragraphs because I am usually only using one per paragraph and two per claim. I am feeling good about my progress and the revisions to come!
Conference
If I could attend a conference to talk about a shared interest it would be about fashion. Fashion weeks, up to six times a year, are similar to conference style forums where people are all together and interested in a common theme. However, if I could attend the conference I would want it to be based specifically on the designers process and the people in production, such as the seamstress or the person sourcing the fabric. I do not know everything about the other areas of the fashion process but I am so interested in learning about the actual making of the garments and accessories that go down the runway.
Accomplishments this Semester
This semester has been much harder then last semester when I took mostly pre-requisites. I have had to adjust to a larger workload and learned more time management skills in order to make the grades I want and to feel in control of my school work. I am really proud of the way my writing skills have improved and my ability to receive constructive criticism. On the first writing assignment, I thought I had done much better work then the grade I received. However, upon reading the comments on my paper, I agreed with all of them and began to understand the grade I got without getting angry or upset. I used those comments and implemented them into my next paper, and did so much better. I also have really come to like peer review. I thought I would hate having other students look at my work and break it down, but I have found it is invaluable to making a good grade on my papers. I am really proud of my work ethic and attitude this semester and hope to keep it up.