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Writers Style Guide
The Colorado State University Writers Style Guide supplements The Associated Press
Stylebook and addresses editorial questions specific to the University.
Who should use the style guide?
This guide is intended to facilitate consistency in written communications geared
to the general public and is not intended for students or faculty members writing
academic papers. Communications targeted to scientific, technical, or specific audiences
or for the Web may require a different style.
How is the style guide formatted?
The guide is presented as a topical, A-Z list, with navigation listed below.
What other references are available?
In addition to The Associated Press Stylebook (hereafter called the AP
Stylebook), Colorado State communications specialists also consult other sources,
including:
- The Gregg Reference Manual: A Manual of Style, Grammar, Usage, and Formatting
- Webster's New World College Dictionary
- Colorado State University Communications Toolbox (communications and graphic
standards specific to the University)
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Additional references and links
Will the guide be updated?
Written communication is dynamic and continually evolving; therefore, this guide
is subject to periodic updating. Revised versions of the Colorado State University
Writers Style Guide will be announced on this website and via electronic media including
Today@Colorado State
and the
Faculty & Staff
website.
Who can help with style editing?
Contact Communications and Creative Services
with questions and comments or for information about style editing services.