To: Travis Gritter
From: Eric Hsu
Subject: Response to Writing Team Member Inquiry
Date: January 23th, 2017

Dear Travis,

To: Joshua MacDonald
From: Eric Hsu
Subject: Response to Writing Team Member Inquiry
Date: January 23th, 2017

Dear Joshua,

To: Richard Bryant
From: Eric Hsu
Subject: Response to Writing Team Member Inquiry
Date: January 23th, 2017

Dear Richard,

To: Dr. Erika Paterson
From: Eric Hsu
Date: January 19, 2016
Subject: Assignment 1:2 Letter of Application

I have completed and posted my Letter of Application on my UBC student blog. You can find a copy of the application letter from the attachment of this email.

This application letter contains the following key points:

• a brief summary of my academic background in Computer Science and Kinesiology
• an overview of my work experiences and how they strengthen my writing skills
• very experienced in collaborative writing which makes me a strong candidate to any writing team
• an outline of my writing strength and my learning goal of ENGL301

Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

Eric Hsu’s Letter of Application

Eric Hsu
344 Tanner Street
Vancouver, BC V5R 2T4
enw.hsu@gmail.com

January 16, 2017

English 301 Technical Writing
University of British Columbia
2329 West Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4

Dear ENGL301 Classmates,

          My name is Eric Hsu. I am a UBC alumni returning to do a second degree in Integrates Computer Science (ICS).  My first degree was a Bachelor of Kinesiology in Health Science.

          The Integrates Computer Science (ICS) is a second degree program for students who already have their first degree and are looking to expand their knowledge and skills in Computer Science.  I spent five years completing my degree in Kinesiology as I have chosen to work as a kinesiologist at the Metrotown Sports and Orthopedic Physiotherapy Clinic for a semester. During these five years, I learned how to effectively research, analyze journals, and compose my thoughts into well supported scientific papers.  With my experience participating in collaborative research during Kinesiology lab work, I am very comfortable working as a research group/in a group setting.  Years of writing lab reports have enabled me to present research concisely and precisely.  I am confident in my skills of self editing and offering constructive criticism during peer review.

          Since I have taken some of the English courses required for the Computer Science program, I have realized that I follow the stricter guidelines of science disciplines based purely on facts and research.  I am aware that there are many different styles of writing and I am willing to take a more fluid approach to writing that can help readers better relate to the material being presented.

          Outside school, I am a badminton coach at the Premier Badminton Academy in Richmond.  I work with all age groups and used to communicating effectively in different ways to help with understanding.  Prior to my coaching career, I was a high performance athlete competing at the provincial and national level.  My experiences as an athlete trained me to have good time management, strong work ethics and self-discipline.  With all of my skills and experience, I believe that I will be an strong asset to your writing team.  Thank you for your kind attention and I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Eric Hsu

Eric Hsu’s Letter of Application