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My Writing

Below, you will find a variety of my writing samples from various points during my college career. I've included my writing philosophy, two literary analyses, an ad analysis, and a blog post. These samples demonstrate my determination, attentiveness, flexibility, and confidence. 

Philosophy of Writing

My first foundational experience with good writing was the first time I listened to the musical Hamilton... Click the button below to learn how Lin Manuel Miranda shaped my writing philosophy.  

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Music and identity are recurrent themes in the writing of Lorrie Moore, especially in her 1995 story Who Will Run the Frog Hospital? This essay analyzes the use of choral music and split voices in the novel. 

A Cinematic Masterpiece Shot on...an iPhone?

A mysterious murder. Anonymous clues. We’re all familiar with the classic murder mystery film. But what if it was shot on an iPhone? Click the buttons below to keep read both the original and revised versions of this essay to learn how Apple markets their new iPhone 13 to beginning filmmakers.   

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The Harmony of Music and Identity

As I Stare Into the Void: A Literary Analysis of Light and Darkness in Les Mis

Light and darkness is a recurrent theme in the musical Les Misérables. This essay analyzes how light and darkness are used in the dynamic of Jean Valjean and Javert. 

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The Reading Life of a Writing Center Tutor

Don't you miss the days of reading for hours on end? Doesn't it seem like school and classes have stripped the joy of reading from you? Here are some tips to get that joy back. 

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Watch me as

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