Can you write about the process of applying and starting in a university? This is a one page essay. The class is professional writing. We are covering writing instructions.
The assignment is to create written instructions for performing a moderately complex task*, complete with descriptions and definitions, as needed. Your audience should be able to successfully perform the task based on your instructions. Successful instructions will have an introduction, steps, and a conclusion.
*The task should have a minimum of three but no more than six major steps.
Description:
1. Choose a task or process students encounter at Lamar University or online at lamar.edu. I believe the most important task students encounter at Lamar University is the applying process. (getting into the university)
2. Analyze your audience and purpose carefully. Audience – high school students Purpose – provide a step by step tool for incoming students and what is expected during the process. Make the students feel comfortable, confident, and not be scared of the process which sometimes deters individuals from applying.
3. Plan the most important information your reader needs and in what order. Below are the 6 possible steps
1. Apply for admission at Lamar University by first filling out an application at applytexas.org.
2. Submit your high school transcripts to Lamar University. You can visit credentials-inc.com to request an electronic transcript to be sent to Lamar University.
3. Wait for the acceptance letter from Lamar University.
4. Once accepted, setup an appointment to speak with an advisor to receive guidance on the classes required for the field of study one chooses.
5. Look into financial aid to see if you qualify for assistance.
6. Apply for any scholarships the university may offer.
4. Write a brief introduction of the task and any information your reader needs before they begin.
5. Define any potentially unfamiliar terms.
6. Use imperative verbs.
7. Consider document design and use bullet points and/or numbered lists when effective.
8. Consider using visuals to help your readers.
9. Write a brief conclusion that includes potential troubleshooting or information for how to get further assistance.
