Writing Tips

By: Theresa Haug Belvin

UI100: First-Year Seminar

Writing Tips What makes you nervous about your

writing?

Biggest mistake college students make with their writing… Writing like they speak

Writing Tips

Writing TipsUse of prepositions when writing vs.

speaking.

Writing TipsFormatting your papers

12 point font; Times New Roman 1” margins on all sides of paper Use of paragraphs

Writing TipsThe importance of writing in detail.

This is the mark of a good writer!Think of your favorite writers and

their style. What characteristics do they

possess that you admire?

Academic HonestyViolations of Academic Honesty:

Cheating Plagiarism

Consequences: Accusing faculty member must

contact student to discuss allegation. Sanctions may include

Faculty imposed sanctionsAdditional sanctions such as

disciplinary probation or suspension may also be imposed.

Academic Honesty

Academic Honesty Tips to avoid Academic Dishonesty:

Begin your assignments early! Keep careful track of your work. Read and comprehend material as you go

along rather than trying to take the ideas of others.

ALWAYS GIVE PROPER CREDIT WHEN USING OTHER’S WORKS OR IDEAS!

“It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with the problems

longer.”~Albert Einstein