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‘The Onion’ Staff Writers Discuss Creative Process at CAB Event

Ashna Potluri • February 28, 2024

At the satirical news outlet The Onion, the writing process is comprehensive, according to Onion staff writer Nick Mehendale.

The Imperfect Perfection of Journaling

Makayla Hickey • April 15, 2023

Journaling, once the pressure of perfection was off, came with a sense of security—nobody would have the ability to judge my thoughts.

Conway Teaches Freshman Writing and Federal Penitents

Joan Kennedy • January 31, 2018

“Far fewer people end up returning to prison because they’ve had education in prison," said Patrick Conway, who is researching the effectiveness of college-level prison education.

A Columnist’s Last Goodbye

Archer Parquette • December 3, 2017

Goodbyes are always hard, and one never really gets used to saying them.

A Final Musing on the Evolution of Thought

Isabella Dow • November 20, 2017

Evolving as a writer mirrors the process of bringing an artistic idea to life, taking on a life of its own and bringing you along for the ride.

Overcoming the Fear of Writing

Karen Choi • April 9, 2017

"In truth, writing should not be a source of fear. Though it might seem daunting, taking a creative writing class at BC can help alleviate this fear."