To build credibility Smith writes, “As president of a small liberal arts college with a strong core curriculum” which helps strengthen the previous statistics and personal background because we now understand that he runs a liberal arts college and assume that he is capable of sympathizing with the pros and cons of attending one. Smith than continues with an experience he had concerning a college student who was unmotivated. Long story short, with patience and hard work the student eventually came to enjoy his class. This story doesn’t seem to appeal to anyone except those who share a paralleled college experience. Last but not least the author spends another four paragraphs sharing a personal story about his father and grandfather. This story relates to a number of different people including, compassionate or stubborn parents, hardworking farmers, and those who might understand the struggles of the great depression. His appeal could raise some emotion for parents but not enough for a young adult fresh out of high
To build credibility Smith writes, “As president of a small liberal arts college with a strong core curriculum” which helps strengthen the previous statistics and personal background because we now understand that he runs a liberal arts college and assume that he is capable of sympathizing with the pros and cons of attending one. Smith than continues with an experience he had concerning a college student who was unmotivated. Long story short, with patience and hard work the student eventually came to enjoy his class. This story doesn’t seem to appeal to anyone except those who share a paralleled college experience. Last but not least the author spends another four paragraphs sharing a personal story about his father and grandfather. This story relates to a number of different people including, compassionate or stubborn parents, hardworking farmers, and those who might understand the struggles of the great depression. His appeal could raise some emotion for parents but not enough for a young adult fresh out of high