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"There is no such thing as good writing. There is only good rewriting." Harry Shaw, Errors in English and Ways to Correct Them.

Whether you just want to check on how a paper is flowing or really feel unsure on how to organize your thoughts, consider using the free Smarthinking service, a professional assistance group with which Capella has a business arrangement.

Smarthinking offers two ways of getting help: online chats and feedback. The chats, available Sundays through Thursdays 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. ET, are for short questions. The feedback is for papers, which will get a thorough analysis within 24 to 48 hours. (Smarthinking also provides subject-matter tutoring.)
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With unemployment climbing over 8%, today’s job market is drastically different than a couple of years ago. Consequently, some recent Capella graduates find they’re entering a different world than when they started their programs. It’s important to recognize the reality of the economy without getting discouraged. Here are some specific ways you can do that, courtesy of the Capella Career Center. READ MORE

No doubt about it—networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Gather are hot. They’re a great way to reconnect with old friends and colleagues and meet people with common interests.  You also have a chance to let people know the real story of Capella and your experience here. 

While these sites initially attracted a young crowd, the fastest-growing demographic for Facebook is the 25 and up segment. More than 150 million people are now registered on Facebook. READ MORE

Even for experienced writers, composing academic papers can be daunting. You need to take a stand, systematically build evidence for your position, and make sure each and every detail can stand up to critical review. A clever turn of phrase won’t sell your argument to a faculty member or journal editor. Instead, you need to master a well-established set of rules that govern scholarly writing.

Fortunately, Capella has developed the Writing Feedback Tool to cover the major requirements for creating a strong academic paper. Created by faculty members from each Capella school, this tool covers issues relevant to all fields. If you’re a learner, this tool can save you a lot of time and effort by showing you the essentials of academic writing. If you’re a graduate, it can be a great help in writing for academic publication. READ MORE

After 9/11, Kathy Redmond—like countless other Americans—fell victim to the struggling economy and was laid off from her position at a leading office furnishings manufacturer. A few years ago she was re-hired and now, in difficult economic times, the company is again facing the need to let people go. This time, Kathy sees herself in a much stronger position as a strategic, essential contributor to the business. READ MORE