Pearce Center for Professional Communication
Clemson University
The Beauty of Language Barriers — And How To Use Them To Grow Professionally As I quickly approach the end of my college journey, I often find myself reflecting on
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The Importance of Being Intentional When I entered my freshman year of college, I didn’t know a single school tradition, fight song or even anyone attending Clemson. As an out-of-state
“If you don’t do something with writing, you’re wasting your life.” That was a comment Dr. Chelsea Murdock received after writing fanfiction, and it changed her life. From shifting majors from voice to geology to finally English, Dr. Murdock is comfortable with exploring both the technical and creative parts of herself. With the fall of 2019 being her first semester as the new director of the Writing Center at Clemson, the Pearce Center for Professional Communication decided to learn more about Dr. Murdock. We delved into her background and professional past, her role as Writing Center Director and her plans for the future. … Continue readingDr. Chelsea Murdock: Getting To Know The New Writing Center Director
So you want to go to graduate school but you don’t know where to start. Look no further! We have information from Dr. William Stockton, Director of Graduate Studies, and current graduate student, Allison Daniels, to give you tips on the application process. … Continue readingSo You Want to Apply to Grad School?
Personal Branding Tips and Tricks The middle of fall is always a busy time on social media — from networking with potential employers to documenting football games and other social
Feeling overwhelmed? Communication is key. We’ve all been there — you begin a project for a class or an internship and quickly realize that there is more to do than
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In an environment like the workplace, it can sometimes seem you have to display a consistent competitive nature in order to be successful. The pressure to constantly provide the newest and freshest ideas in order to prove your value can lead you to talking more than you listen. This is actually a hindrance to your professional communication skills and makes the workplace less inviting and more stressful. The ability to effectively listen is an important skill for anyone to have, but it is especially important amongst co-workers in order to generate ideas. … Continue readingActive Listening is Key to Good Communication