Many writers go to university writing centers for help with academic writing, such as essays and assignments for classes, but what about creative writing? Writing centers, like the Oakland University Writing Center (OUWC), provide an invaluable resource to writers looking to improve their ability and their papers; however, many writers may not consider that the … Continue reading Using University Writing Centers as a Creative Writer
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Class Is In Session
I would like to say that when I began my college career, I was fairly confident with my Cinema Studies major and what I wanted from it. I believe it was during my sophomore year or at the start of my junior year when I realized my love for writing and wanted to pursue that … Continue reading Class Is In Session
The Curse of Re-reading
I’m sure every person who reads for leisure has some novel or series they always return to when in a reading slump. The Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings series are probably the most popular (I feel like I see Harry Potter quotes and memes all over the internet), but I’m sure there are … Continue reading The Curse of Re-reading
Everyone is a Reader: Go Find Your Book
I have met countless people in high school and college who say, “I’m not a reader” or “I don’t read,” but guess what, if they made it to high school they’re a reader, and if you just read this sentence, congratulations, you’re a reader too. I understand though, some people don’t pick up a book … Continue reading Everyone is a Reader: Go Find Your Book
How To…. Actually Graduate
I have been in college….a long time. My college career has been a long and arduous seven years and I am so ready to be graduated. I feel like the day will never come. I am (finally) graduating though so I am going to share some of the secrets that I have learned along the … Continue reading How To…. Actually Graduate
Writing: When it’s Not Your Major
I remember the first time I took a creative writing class at college level. I waited patiently as everyone shared their typical, first day of class “about me” skits, each one ending with their major: English, creative writing, or literature. All of a sudden, I felt excluded from a club I didn’t even know existed, … Continue reading Writing: When it’s Not Your Major
How to be Successful as an English Major
I am an English major and I am proud of it. You should be too. “And what are you going to do with that major, Megan?” asked one of my relatives, incredulously. And once again, I found myself having to defend my choice of going into Editing and Publishing as an English major at Oakland … Continue reading How to be Successful as an English Major
The Beauty of the Online Critique
When some people think of getting their writing critiqued, the image of a group of like-minded people sitting in a circle and reading their work of fiction aloud tends to come to mind. In this day and age, where everything we do is based around social media and the internet, the idea of in person … Continue reading The Beauty of the Online Critique
Camp Nanowrimo: The Number One Getaway For The Adventurous Writer
Previously, I sang my praises of one of the most rigorous, challenging, and craft-molding experiences that I’ve ever participated in: Nanowrimo. It’s the annual event held each year internationally where writers of all ages, expertise, and genres come together with the goal of writing 50,000 words in only 30 days. Along with encouraging writers to … Continue reading Camp Nanowrimo: The Number One Getaway For The Adventurous Writer
Interview with Professor Alison Powell
The OAR started as a group of student volunteers lead by Professor Alison Powell. She was integral in creating and directing everyone to a path where we, as mostly inexperienced undergrads, could edit, produce, and run a literary magazine. For the last blog post of the semester I wanted to go back and speak with … Continue reading Interview with Professor Alison Powell
Oakland Arts Review 