Why am I here???

The main reason that I came to Clemson is that I love the atmosphere around the campus. I like how the University encourages interaction between different departments. I feel that all of the different departments interacting with one another will lead to a development of more well-rounded graduate and undergraduate students. For example, I received an e-mail this morning encouraging students in the English department to work in the Theatre department. I also noticed a poem hanging in the first floor of Daniel Hall about mathematics. I hope to be able to be involved not only with the English department but hopefully a few others as well to help my professional development.

Before I came to Clemson, I received a great deal of information on the program from Dr. Bennett. We corresponded through letters and emails. Clemson is also close to Atlanta.

What brought me to Clemson

A few things brought me to Clemson. I applied to Virginia Tech, where I did my undergrad, Auburn, Louisiana State, Clemson and Georgia. Georgia had been my first choice, but out of all my applications, I heard back from Clemson in the beginning on January. She called me personally and offered me an assitanceship. As the Spring Semester went on, I visited Clemson, and after a few times, I knew this is where I wanted to continue my education. A few little factors such as a good football program, a place similar to Virginia Tech and a warm climate all helped in my decision. So far, it seems like the right choice, and I'm excited to be part of the Clemson University community.

Welcome!

This is the weblog that we'll be using for ENGL 840. Please feel free to use it for your own class-related communications as well as for the assigned postings. Welcome!