Write an illustration paragraph, essay, or other document (as described below) on one of the following topics or on one of your own choice. For help, refer to “Checklist: How to Write Illustration.”
COLLEGE
Describe your goals for this course, making sure to explain the benefits of achieving each goal.
Produce a one- or two-page newsletter for other students in your class on one of the following topics. Make sure to describe each club, opportunity, and event in enough detail for readers. Also, include contact information, as well as hours and locations for events and club meetings.
Student clubs
Volunteer opportunities
Upcoming campus events (such as lectures, movies, and sports events)
Upcoming events in the larger community
WORK
What is the best or worst job you have ever had? Give examples of what made it the best or worst job.
Think of the job you would most like to have after graduation. Then, write a list of your skills — both current ones and ones you will be building in college — that are relevant to the job. To identify skills you will be building through your degree program, you might refer to a course catalog. To identify relevant work skills, consider your past or present jobs as well as internships or other work experiences you would like to have before graduation. Finally, write a cover letter explaining why you are the best candidate for your ideal job. Be sure to provide several examples of your skills, referring to the list that you prepared.
EVERYDAY LIFE
Write about stresses in your life or things that you like about your life. Give plenty of details for each example.
Give examples of memories that have stayed with you for a long time. Provide enough details so that readers will be able to share your experience.