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Author: Maddy Crozier

Maddy Crozier is a graduate assistant and second-year MA student in the WRD Department. She also works in The University Center for Writing-based Learning (UCWbL) as a peer writing tutor. As a Combined BA/MA student, she finished her BA in Autumn 2018 and will graduate with her MA in Spring 2020. An Indianapolis native, Maddy loves to read creative nonfiction, write about sustainable food practices, and swim.
October 30, 2023 Maddy Crozier

Benefits of the WRD Combined Degree Program

Did you know that the WRD Department offers two Combined Degree Programs that can help you save time and money while you earn your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees? Learn more about the advantages of these programs to see if a Combined BA/MA is right for you.

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May 26, 2020 Maddy Crozier

WRD Department Launches New SWAN Certificate

The WRD Department, in partnership with the School of Public Service, is excited to announce the new graduate Certificate in Strategic Writing and Advancement for Nonprofits. Read this overview to learn about everything the SWAN Certificate has to offer.

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May 21, 2020 Maddy Crozier

BA Course Spotlight on WRD 361: Feminist Rhetorics

In Autumn 2020, the WRD 361: Topics in Alternative Rhetorics course will focus on feminism. Learn more about the course and the professor, Monica Reyes, who will be joining the WRD Department this fall.

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May 12, 2020 Maddy Crozier

Call for Nominations: LAS Graduate Student Spotlights

The College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences is now accepting nominations to feature graduate students and their work on a new “Student Spotlight” page. Read the full call for nominations and apply by May 15!

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May 7, 2020 Maddy Crozier

Course Spotlight: WRD 320 Writing in Crisis Contexts

WRD 320: Writing in Crisis Contexts is a course that prepares students to write and respond effectively to any crisis situation, a valuable skill in many professional and digital writing jobs. Professor Alan Ackmann gave us insight into what students can expect from the course.

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May 5, 2020 Maddy Crozier

What To Expect From WRD 500: Proseminar

If you are a new MAWRD student who will take WRD 500 in the Fall, check out our guide about what to expect from WRD 500: Proseminar, which will be taught by Professor Julie Bokser in Fall 2020.

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April 28, 2020 Maddy Crozier

Course Spotlight: WRD 533 Writing Across Media

WRD 533: Writing Across Media is a writing-, analysis-, and production-intensive course in which students explore multimodality and materiality. Professor Jason Kalin provides an in-depth overview of this innovative course.

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April 16, 2020 Maddy Crozier

MAWRD Student Spotlight: Karla Avila

MAWRD student Karla Avila will graduate in June 2020, carrying forward a passion for teaching writing and professional writing that she gained over the last two years. Karla recently spoke with us to share her experiences with the program and the TESOL Certificate.

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March 10, 2020 Maddy Crozier

CFP: Naylor Workshop for Undergraduate Research

The Naylor Workshop for Undergraduate Research, hosted every Fall at York College of Pennsylvania, offers undergraduate students an opportunity to participate in workshops and receive mentorship on their writing studies research.

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February 25, 2020 Maddy Crozier

Internships Spotlight: Karla Avila & Megan Palmer

In Autumn Quarter, MAWRD students Karla Avila and Megan Palmer participated in internships and earned course credit through WRD 590. Check out a recap of what they learned and accomplished during their internships.

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