INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While making good grades isn't everything, it's a part of standing out from the crowd. However, your professor will also likely notice if you work hard in the class to do your best, even if your best isn't an A+. The key is to push yourself to constantly learn more, and if you don't understand something, be willing to work with the professor to figure it out. Professors notice people who speak up in class and who actively participate and ask questions. Of course, you can't just spout off anything. Your professors expect you to know the material and then be able to discuss it in an intelligent, engaging manner.  The more you stand out, the more your professor will notice you. Plus, they'll have something to say about you in your letter. It’s a good idea to demonstrate a clear interest in a specific aspect of the course material so your professor will have something concrete to write about in their recommendation. You may not think your professor notices when you do little things like copy someone's homework or skip the reading. However, most professors have been in the business a long time, and they can usually tell when someone is a little dishonest, even if they're getting a good grade. Make sure that your integrity matches the grades you're trying to make. One way to help your professor remember you is to apply for something directly after having a class with them, even if it's early on in your college education. For instance, you could apply for an internship or a scholarship. That way, the professor has a reason to write you a letter, and then they can use that letter as a template when you need them to write others for you later.

SUMMARY: Make good grades. Participate in class. Show integrity. Consider applying for an early opportunity.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you are asking someone what their plans are and if they want to go on a date with you, asking indirectly can be the best way to do so.  Using indirect phrasing can make the other person feel less pressure and allow them to answer honestly.  When asking for a date, always phrase the question to be an indirect one. Ask them what their plans are.  If they don't have any, present your own plans and ask them if they'd like to join you. As you ask someone out on a date, you can try to phrase your request in a way that will make the other person feel as if it was their own idea.  People are often more comfortable with their own thoughts and ideas and are more likely to agree to your plan for the date. For example, ask about any good restaurants nearby.  When they suggest one, respond by saying that the restaurant sounds great and since they like it maybe you should both go sometime. One way of asking for a date involves phrasing your request in a way that highlights the benefits of going.  By presenting a reason why it would be a good idea to go with you on this date, the other person will be more likely to agree to the date. Explain why a certain place is worth visiting.  If they like the idea, let them know that you want to visit this place as well and suggest you go together. Some people won't like indirect questioning and it may come off as manipulative.  If you think the person you are going to ask on a date would prefer the direct approach, you should ask them in that manner.  This method avoids any potentially lost or misunderstood meaning and gets directly to the point. Simply ask if the other person would like to go on a date you have in mind.

SUMMARY: Make the date a suggestion. Frame the date as their own idea. Explain the benefits. Ask directly.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This includes the defined word, the year of publication, the original dictionary the word came from, the location of the publisher, and the name of the publishing house. Follow the format below continuing with the “citation” example: Citation. (2012). Random House Dictionary. New York: Random House, Inc. Only the name of the website must be included here, and it should be italicized. Citation. (2012). Random House Dictionary. New York: Random House, Inc. Dictionary.com. Include the day, month, and year. Introduce it by stating, “Retrieved,” and place a comma after the year. Citation. (2012). Random House Dictionary. New York: Random House, Inc. Dictionary.com. Retrieved 5 December 2012, Introduce the URL with the word “from.” Do not include a period at the end. Citation. (2012). Random House Dictionary. New York: Random House, Inc. Dictionary.com. Retrieved 5 December 2012, from http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/citation?s=t

SUMMARY: Specify as much of the original publication information as possible. Indicate the online dictionary source you pulled the definition from. State the date the definition was retrieved. Conclude with the URL of the definition.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Your stainless steel dishwasher drains into the same pipe your sink does.  To keep the drain clear and effectively drain the water from the stainless steel dishwasher, run your garbage disposal before you start cleaning it. Remove the bottom rack on your stainless steel dishwasher.  Examine it for clumps of debris that might cause it to drain improperly.  Remove anything that might be clogging the drain. Fill a dishwasher-safe cup on the top rack of the stainless steel dishwasher with vinegar.  Slide the rack back in the stainless steel dishwasher and close the door.  With only the cupful of vinegar inside, turn the stainless steel dishwasher on and run it on the highest water temperature setting.  The vinegar will help loosen grease and grime, and remove any odor that the dishwasher might have acquired. Use distilled white vinegar or specialized cleaning vinegar. When the first wash cycle is done, sprinkle the bottom of the stainless steel dishwasher with baking soda.  Run the dishwasher on a short cycle with water at the highest temperature. Baking soda will help you remove stains from your dishwasher. Check the area around the dishwasher door for debris and grime.  Some dishwashers cannot adequately clean this area, which leads to an accumulation of yucky material.  If you see anything, use a damp cloth to wipe the area down. Additionally, use a damp cotton swab to clean along the ridges of the seal. The stainless steel dishwasher’s filter collects prevents large debris from entering the drain.  You’ll probably have to use a screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the grate in place.  Some newer stainless steel dishwashers, however, have filters that simply pop out when turned.  Rinse the filter in your sink under warm water.  Dip a soft-bristled toothbrush in warm, soapy water.  Use the toothbrush to scrub the filter until clean.  Replace it after cleaning. Not every stainless steel dishwasher has a filter. The utensil rack is a small container attached to the dishwasher rack.  You might have just one, or one on each rack.  Remove it and rinse it in the sink beneath warm water.  Use a sponge dampened with warm, soapy water to clean the inside and outside of the utensil rack.  If the utensil rack does not detach, just clean it inside and outside with a damp sponge or dishcloth. Stainless steel is pretty tough, but bleach can cause it to corrode.  Instead, use a milder substance like dishwasher-safe detergent.

SUMMARY:
Run the garbage disposal. Check the drain. Run the wash with vinegar. Wash again with baking soda. Wipe the edges along the door. Wash the filter. Clean the utensil rack. Do not use bleach to clean your stainless steel dishwasher.