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Old 08-18-2002, 12:46 AM
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Re: Re: Re: USC

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Originally posted by DeltAlum


That's what I meant by "unintentional arrogance" or whatever I said in an earlier post.

I grew up in Columbus, Ohio -- figuratively speaking in the "shadow" of Ohio State. People there naturally assume that OSU=Ohio State. It's often what you grow up with.

I see it run rampant in GC -- and it's perfectly understandable. I simply want to point out that it is a potential breakdown in communications, especially when it is written communication.
Thanks for breaking it down in a journalistic style -- I am a member of the "evil media."
Generally, from a style book perspective, I should use "University of Southern California" on first reference, USC on subsequent references.
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