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  • Mastering the Art of Study With TUN AI

    Mastering the Art of Study With TUN AI

    Excelling academically requires more than just understanding the material; it demands effective study habits, strategies and techniques. With the vast array of subjects and the unique challenges each presents, students often find themselves searching for the most efficient ways to assimilate information and prepare for assessments. This is where TUN AI steps in, offering tailored… Read More

  • How to Improve Your Grades

    How to Improve Your Grades

    When you are struggling in class, it can feel defeating. Even the best students can find themselves underperforming in a subject or stuck in an academic rut, where no matter how hard they try, they keep falling behind. In this situation, improving your grades can seem daunting, but it is not insurmountable. There are no… Read More

  • How to Write an Expository Essay

    How to Write an Expository Essay

    The expository essay is a genre of nonfiction writing in which a writer aims to explain a topic or concept. In this genre of essay writing, the writer is not required to put forward an original argument, but rather aims to educate the reader on a topic. This contrasts with the argumentative and persuasive essay… Read More

  • How to Study — Interview With Shashank Singhania, Computer Science Major, Georgia Tech

    How to Study — Interview With Shashank Singhania, Computer Science Major, Georgia Tech

    TUN sits down with Shashank Singhania, a computer science major and STAR student at Georgia Tech, to discuss tips on how to study effectively. TUN: Shashank, thanks so much for joining us.  SINGHANIA: It’s my pleasure, Jackson. Thanks for having me here.  Motivation is key to academic success. Can you explain to me what motivates… Read More

  • Study Strategies for Online Classes — Interview With Rebecca Piety, Director of Testing and Evaluation at UCF

    Study Strategies for Online Classes — Interview With Rebecca Piety, Director of Testing and Evaluation at UCF

    TUN sits down with Rebecca Piety, director of the Student Academic Resource Center and the University Testing Center at the University of Central Florida, to discuss study strategies for online classes. TUN: Rebecca, thanks so much for joining us. PIETY: Thank you, Jackson, for having me. I appreciate it. Before the term starts, what are… Read More

  • How to Write a Narrative Essay

    How to Write a Narrative Essay

    Narrative essay writing is a style of nonfiction writing that uses storytelling to advance a thesis. One of the easier styles to begin writing, the narrative essay is nevertheless a difficult style to master. The best narrative essay writers are able to utilize compelling nonfiction storytelling to discuss a moral or thematic concept. In other… Read More

  • How to Write a Persuasive Essay

    How to Write a Persuasive Essay

    In a persuasive essay, the writer aims to convince the reader of an opinion or stance on a topic using a mixture of research-based evidence, emotion, and appeals to credibility. Persuasive essay writing is sometimes conflated with argumentative essay writing. However, while both genres aim to justify a claim and persuade the reader, they differ… Read More

  • How to Write an Expository Essay Outline

    How to Write an Expository Essay Outline

    If you want to write an impressive expository essay, you should always create an effective outline first. An outline gives your essay structure. And without a solid structure, your expository essay will be difficult for readers to comprehend.  What is an expository essay? An expository essay is one of the four main types of essays.… Read More

  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay

    How to Write an Argumentative Essay

    No matter your major, at some point during your college career, you will likely be asked to write an argumentative essay. Argumentative writing is an evidence-based approach to essay writing, in which the writer gives an argument and supports their position through the presentation of supporting evidence. Argumentative writing is commonly used in academic writing… Read More

  • How to Write a Narrative Essay Outline

    How to Write a Narrative Essay Outline

    It’s always a good idea to create an outline for your essay before embarking on the writing process. Outlines provide structure, which is one of the most important components of a good essay. Without structure, you’ll have a difficult time telling your story in a compelling way and sustaining the attention of the reader.  What… Read More

  • How to Write a Persuasive Essay Outline

    How to Write a Persuasive Essay Outline

    A solid structure is extremely important when it comes to writing a persuasive essay. If your essay isn’t well organized, you’ll have a difficult time sustaining the attention of your reader and persuading them to agree with your point of view.  That’s why it’s always a good idea to create an effective outline for your… Read More

  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay Outline

    How to Write an Argumentative Essay Outline

    Having a solid structure is infinitely important when it comes to writing an argumentative essay. If your essay isn’t well organized, you’ll have a difficult time presenting your arguments or ideas in a logical and digestible way.  That’s why it’s always a good idea to create an effective outline for your argumentative essay before sitting… Read More

  • How to Ace Your Online Courses — Interview With Dr. Amanda Groff From University of Central Florida

    How to Ace Your Online Courses — Interview With Dr. Amanda Groff From University of Central Florida

    TUN sits down with Dr. Amanda Groff, an associate lecturer and online coordinator in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Central Florida, to discuss how students can ace their online courses. TUN: Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us today! DR. GROFF: Hi! Thank you so much for… Read More

  • How to Write an Essay Outline: Complete Guide

    How to Write an Essay Outline: Complete Guide

    For an essay to be compelling, it needs to have a solid structure. That’s why it is so important to create an outline before diving into the writing process. Your outline is the bones of your essay. It helps you portray your ideas in a logical and digestible order. It also serves as a handy… Read More

  • How to Improve Writing Skills

    How to Improve Writing Skills

    The benefits of being an impressive writer extend way beyond English class. Putting in the time and effort to improve your writing skills will help you in many steps of your academic and professional life, from drafting your college admissions essay to writing a compelling cover letter and beyond.   For many students, writing can be… Read More

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