Preparation of papers

Note: Most of the learned journals and university presses in this country use the standard style of The MLA Handbook. Along with The MLA Handbook, Diana Hacker’s Rules for Writers provides a clear and concise guide to writing papers in accordance with the MLA style. The Barnard English Department recommends that first-years purchase a copy of Hacker’s guide. The page references provided for Rules for Writers correspond to the fourth edition. All Barnard students are expected to learn to use these forms accurately and automatically, with the few exceptions noted below.