Style Guidelines

Adapted from Dr. Mary Kay Hemenway, Department of Astronomy.

Your writing will be expected to demonstrate the following proficiencies:

• No run-ons, comma splices, or inappropriate fragments
• A lean, efficient, jargon-free style
• No offensive or inappropriate language
• No subject/verb agreement errors
• No pronoun agreement errors
• No pronoun reference problems
• No misused, dangling, or misplaced modifiers
• Commas used correctly
• No spelling errors
• Final text carefully edited and proofread

If you have problems with these areas, please consult a writing handbook, visit me during office hours, or schedule an appointment with a consul