Fall 2009 Provost's Essay - Due September 15

Dr. Intemann sent the following message to all IUP freshmen on August 31, 2009. 

Dear New IUP Freshman,

Welcome to our IUP Family!  As you know, our Common Freshman Reader for
2009-2010 is Bill Strickland's Make the Impossible Possible. To begin your
college career, as a part of our Common Freshman Reader program
http://www.iup.edu/commonreader, I invite you to submit your first essay on
the Reader.

Provost's Essay Question:
Describe two aspects of Strickland's philosophy that you can personally
relate to or that you find inspiring.  How might you apply Strickland's
philosophy to your own thinking?

Format of essay: 3-4 pages, typed, double-spaced, Microsoft Word document.

Submit your response to Provost Intemann's essay question on Make the
Impossible Possible as an attachment to CFR-essay@iup.edu. The deadline is
September 15, 2009.

The winning essayist will receive university-wide recognition.

Throughout the academic year, there will be opportunities in and out of the
classroom for you to share your views on this important book.

Best wishes as you begin your college career.
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Provost Office
Dr. Gerald Intemann, Provost
Phone: 724-357-2215
Fax: 724-357-2498