
- #BEST CLAN NAMES WITH ACRONYMS MANUAL#
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- #BEST CLAN NAMES WITH ACRONYMS ZIP#
(See states entry for the full list of standard and postal abbreviations for state names.) Exceptions may be made for invitations and other formal materials.
#BEST CLAN NAMES WITH ACRONYMS ZIP#
Use postal abbreviations when using a full address with ZIP code. Exceptions are made for invitations and other formal materials. Use numerals with a two-letter superscript for 10th and above.Ībbreviate state names when used alongside city names. Use words and capitalize First through Ninth when used as street names. Lowercase and spell out all route names when used without numbers and with more than one name.
Example: Send completed form to The Wharton School, 3730 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Spell out these route and direction descriptions when a numbered address is not used.Įxception: An actual published mailing address on a book or promotional piece is not abbreviated. and the directional abbreviations W., E., S., and N. See Appendix for a full list of academic departments.Īctive/passive verbs Use active verbs instead of passive constructions: “Professor Smith teaches the class” instead of “This class is taught by Professor Smith.” Whenever possible, avoid “is” as the main verb in a sentence in favor of a more dynamic or specific verb.Īdministration Do not capitalize “administration” within text, e.g., “The administration determined to eliminate breaks from the workday.”Īddresses Use the route abbreviations Ave., St., and Blvd. Example: The professor sent a letter to the departments of finance, economics, and business administration. Incorrect: The Wharton School’s department of financeĭo not capitalize the words offices, departments, programs, or committees when referring to more than one individual office or department. Correct: Department of Finance or Finance Department. Incorrect: The Fall 2016 semester ends in December.Īcademic departments Capitalize the formal names of departments, offices, programs, committees, and institutions when referring to those at Wharton do not capitalize informal names and incomplete designations. Correct: The fall 2016 semester ends in December. and U.K.Īcademic calendar terms Lowercase names of seasons unless part of a formal event name (e.g. Use unpunctuated postal abbreviations for states, but use U.S. ( See also Common Acronyms appendix.) Omit periods in the names of degrees, programs, and titles, including: PhD, MBA, MS, BA, BS, AMP, WCIT, CEO, COO, CFO, EVP, IPO, MD. Exceptions may be made for other types of promotional materials, such as invitations, event schedules and programs, course catalogs, calendars, and rosters.Ībbreviations and acronyms Use full title in first reference use acronym in subsequent reference. #BEST CLAN NAMES WITH ACRONYMS MANUAL#
The rules described in this manual are intended for most publications and websites containing running text.
When the AP Stylebook does not address a specific question, refer to The Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition.įor questions of spelling, use the Merriam-Webster Dictionary. On most matters of style, follow The Associated Press (AP) Stylebook. Communications with errors convey an attitude of carelessness and incompetence. Consider the diversity among the School’s alumni base and student body when selecting examples or quotations and be sure to include a variety of viewpoints.For example, the web requires easily scanned copy with shorter sentences that use hyperlinks to provide more in-depth information. A short sentence can add impact as well as “breathing room.” Choose simple and direct language (e.g., “use” rather than “utilize”).For example, “The Wharton School attracts the world’s best and brightest students,” rather than, “The world’s best and brightest students are attracted to the Wharton School.” Write in a style that is formal but not stiff.country code, +1, to your phone number in email, letters, and other correspondence to similarly internationalize your communications: +1.215.898.1179 (phone), +1.215.386.4304 (fax).
Thus, avoid using contractions (e.g., “can’t” for “can not”) or idiomatic expressions (e.g., “bottom line,” “have it made,” or “set up shop”).
Make your writing accessible to a global audience - and be sensitive to varied cultural perspectives.
All of our communications tell a story about the School, and it is important that we all work together to communicate a consistent message.
Incorporate Wharton values in your writing whenever possible. In addition, here are a few quick tips to keep in mind: Wharton’s Identity Kit will help you to create this tone in your writing. The tone of all Wharton communications should convey the scale and reach of the School, reinforce its core values, and be mindful of Wharton’s many stakeholders.