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Clemson Lit Fest features Upstate, Pulitzer Prize-winning writers

pearce April 24, 2018April 24, 2018

Clemson University held its eleventh annual Literary Festival April 4-6.

The Literary Festival began as a way to uphold the tradition of the great writers and thinkers who have come through Clemson University. The festival’s website cites the likes of James Dickey and Barry Hannah as inspiration for the event. Each year, Clemson invites authors and poets from all across the country to read their work and host panels at the university. Several of these writers have won Pulitzer Prizes or other prestigious awards. While some have connections to the Upstate, many make their first visit to South Carolina to attend this festival. Since its inception in 2008, the Literary Festival has brought more than 100 writers to Clemson. … Continue readingClemson Lit Fest features Upstate, Pulitzer Prize-winning writers

Faculty Profile: Dr. Brian Smith

pearce April 24, 2018April 24, 2018

In a continuation of the Clemson English Department’s mission to disperse profiles of some of its talented professors, we turn our attention to Dr. Brian Smith. Dr. Smith received his PhD in comparative literature from Emory University and is currently a visiting assistant professor at Clemson. … Continue readingFaculty Profile: Dr. Brian Smith

5 Tips for the Aspiring Writer

pearce April 19, 2018April 23, 2018

Congratulations! You want to be a writer. Maybe you’re obsessed with books and dream of writing your own someday, or maybe there’s a story inside of you just bursting to be put to paper. … Continue reading5 Tips for the Aspiring Writer

4 Tips to Encourage Positive Team Interactions in the Workplace

pearce April 12, 2018April 23, 2018

Think of all the times during a day you have some sort of human interaction. You joke with your family members, have small-talk with your favorite barista, and make awkward eye contact with the person across from you on the bus. … Continue reading4 Tips to Encourage Positive Team Interactions in the Workplace

9 Helpful Tips on Writing an Essay

pearce April 5, 2018April 5, 2018

Essays. Some people prefer them over tests, and some people hear the word and feel a sudden sense of panic. Writing a college essay can seem like a daunting task, but it’s really not as bad as it seems. If you are organized, thorough, and manage your time well, you should be good to go. Here are 9 helpful tips on writing an essay to help you efficiently do your best work.
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How to Establish Your Personal Brand

pearce April 5, 2018April 23, 2018

To many, the need for a personal brand is nonexistent. We’re here to tell you that regardless of your major or career path, there’s a place for a personal brand in your life. … Continue readingHow to Establish Your Personal Brand

21 Common Interview Questions to Help You Succeed

pearce March 28, 2018April 23, 2018

Let’s face it — the interview process can be extremely daunting. Unfortunately, there’s no way around it, and if you have found the way, please let us all know. … Continue reading21 Common Interview Questions to Help You Succeed

4 Common Misconceptions About English Majors

pearce March 15, 2018March 14, 2018

As an English major in a STEM-major dominated school, I have talked to many non-English majors who think they know a lot about the field. Here are some questions and statements that some have asked me as well as other misconceptions us English majors may have come in contact with. … Continue reading4 Common Misconceptions About English Majors

7 Books to Read Before You Graduate From College

pearce March 8, 2018March 14, 2018

As the middle of the semester approaches, college students are often overwhelmed by assignments and exams. It can be difficult to find time to take a break from studying during this hectic time. … Continue reading7 Books to Read Before You Graduate From College

3 Tips On Finding The Job That’s Right For You

pearce March 1, 2018April 23, 2018

For most of us, college is a career stepping stone. You spend 4 years (more or less) preparing
for your future or buying time until you actually have to decide what it is you want to do with
your life. Then, ready or not, you’re tossed into the ‘real world’ and it’s time to make decisions
that will set the course for the rest of your life. Not overwhelming at all, right? To make things a
little less dooming, here are some tips on how to find a job with your best interest in mind. … Continue reading3 Tips On Finding The Job That’s Right For You