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Although returning to college as an adult learner can be frightening, The College of Professional Studies program has helped alleviate my fears and anxiety. The course curriculum and available resources have provided me with the necessary information to achieve the confidence and competence to succeed as an effective writer. Paperrater.com and The Purdue OWL have been invaluable to me on this academic journey. Between the two of them, I am discovering how to be a more proficient writer and submitting the best version of my essays as possible.
Paperrater.com was first introduced to me in the online virtual orientation. I have consistently utilized this website to enhance my essays with the recommended grammatical suggestions. This free
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