Why We Should Care About Plagiarism

Why We Should Care About Plagiarism

Using the language or thoughts of another author as your own, without credit, used to be a bad thing. But it looks like our attitudes about plagiarism have loosened, to say the least. Who cares? If tolerating a little plagiarism is a slippery slope, might as well bring a sled and enjoy the ride, right?…

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How the Buzz Got Started

How The Buzz Got Started

So how did “the buzz” get started? The first time my friend Hope asked how comfortable I would be with the buzz on “making the ask,” I had to pause. The meaning was clear – we were discussing making direct solicitations on behalf of a non-profit – but her use of the verb, “to ask”…

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