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About Punc. U.
Punctuation University (fondly known as Punc. U.) is the leading online learning center for all things punctuation! Creativity is at the heart of the our philosophy, empowering students and faculty to bring to class their colorful imaginations and endless originality.
Each month, students receive a short, powerful lesson on a specific punctuation mark delivered in a clever format by way of its award-winning campus newsletter, On Your Mark. Additionally, an esteemed faculty member provides concise instruction on a topic specific to their field of expertise. Topics range from the Arts, Social Humanities, Sciences, Writing and Editing. Punc. U. also operates the Dean's List Campus Bookstore, a special kind of marketplace for original, one-of-a kind artistic and literary works from faculty and guest "creatives". Moreover, look for interesting finds such as vintage books, desk supplies, and other literary treasures for sale on occasion!
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Don't delay. Become a student at Punctuation University and experience the power and mystery of punctuation. There is no other learning center like it in the entire world. Happy learning!
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Warmest regards,
Dr. Sondra Strata
Dean of Academics
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Admissions/Life on Campus
Punc. U. is an open university. No student is too young or too old to be on campus: there is no need to apply, no tuition, and no entrance exam. Students may enjoy campus life and continue their learning experience for as long as they like.
Punc.U.'s. Esteemed Faculty Members
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Dr. Sondra Strata, Dean of Academics, Department of Humanities and Religious Studies
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Professor Candy Miller, Department of Earth Sciences
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Professor Tamara Heisey, Department of English; Library Sciences
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Dean's List Campus Bookstore
Our campus bookstore offers products from Punc. U.'s esteemed faculty. Products range from logo merchandise, books, essays, novelty desk art, drawings, paintings, and vintage stationary and office supplies. With such a creative staff, great finds are commonly found on the bookstore shelves!
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Press the SHOP icon to visit the Dean's List Campus Bookstore.
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A special word about the book recommendations listed below: please visit your favorite book retailer to make a purchase.
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Punc. U. recommends the following excellent reference books for students seeking greater in-depth instruction on punctuation, writing and composition. These are the tried and true classics!
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The Elements of Grammar by Margaret Shertzer
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Harbrace College Handbook by Harcourt, Brace,
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The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr.
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The Careful Writer by Theodore M. Bernstein
Recommended Reading
For those students fascinated by the history of past and present punctuation marks and symbols, usual and unusual, Punc.U. recommends the book, Shady Characters by Keith Houston, and his website, ShadyCharacters.co.uk.
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CONTACT PUNC. U.
Contact Dr. Sondra Strata, Dean of Academics, by filling in the form below. Please state your question or comment about Punc. U. and she or her staff will respond to you directly.
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408-828-6578