I feel like I am too young to give other writer's advice. In order to give advice about writing and success, one must consider themselves a writer. I am not a writer; however, I can give advice related to succeeding in the class. Koertge suggests going to the library, and I strongly agree. Whether you're in a composition class, math course, or history class, the library is where you will be most successful. The silence allows you to focus on your assignments and get your work done. The largest challenge in college is finding motivation. Those who succeed are determined, not brilliant. Never be afraid to be the class geek or nerd. Nerds rule the world, just tell yourself that. Laziness will get you no where in life.
My next bit of advice relates to writing itself. Just because you take composition does not guarantee you will become a writer. I may never enjoy writing, but I do it. Life consists of challenges that you may not enjoy or participate in, but you have nothing to lose by participating and doing your work. Although this class did not make me a passionate writer, I accept the fact that this course is required for graduation and could be much worse. Dr. Lay does not ask for much, so do the work that she assigns whether you like the assignment or not. I think that is the best advice I can give.
I'm glad you don't think I asked for much. You certainly gave a lot. Don't you wonder why this university (and the majority of like universities across the country) require two writing classes? I suppose that the study of writing -- and writing about writing -- might lead to knowing or making meaning across the disciplines. However, I know that writing of all kinds helps us to understand ourselves and our biases and that readies us to cope and to be effective contributers in this world.
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Megan, thank you for writing an interesting and thoughtful post. Have you thought about the author of the poem is stating to go to the library, but to a corner where there is actually noise. The reason I bring this is up is because, as you said motivation is sometimes hard to get in college, but we may find it in the most unlikely places. So, instead of venturing out into the library, venture out to the unknown and try to find it there. However, I do realize that we all need different places to focus and be motivated, and you do prefer the library.
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