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the CAP literary magazine publishes writing and art by students enrolled in the College Achievement Partnership (CAP) at Community College of Philadelphia. One of several academic programs at the College, CAP is a network of faculty, counselors, and staff serving students in developmental English and math courses. The program is designed to prepare students for future college studies and to provide counseling in career planning and college transfer. Students' courses are supported by Learning Lab faculty who provide supplemental instruction and individual tutoring.
With those goals in mind, the magazine functions as an extension of and complement to English classes. Student writing from the magazine is used in many English classes for discussion and instruction. The magazine, like our English classes, encourages revision as a key element of writing improvement. Submissions are reviewed by all members of our editorial board, and editorial suggestions are frequently made to writers. During the spring semester, student editors are paired with a faculty/staff editor partner with whom they discuss submissions bye-mail and in person. This important feature of our editorial board promotes personal interaction among students, faculty, and staff. In addition, student editors' written comments about submissions are intended to' further their own reading, writing, and analytical skills. Through this semesterlong process, student editors benefit from participating in a collaborative project resulting in a professional publication and a valuable academic experience. As board members, students also enjoy the honor of being in a student organization officially recognized by the College through the Office of Student Activities.
The magazine accepts submissions year round and is published each April. We consider writing in any genre or style and on any topic. Students wishing to submit work should visit the Learning Lab, B 1-28 or stop by office BR-25N. All submissions must be accompanied by a Submission Form. In the next year, our new online version of the magazine will allow more students to gain access to our publication and contests throughout the year. Each April, when the magazine is published, we host a day-long open reading featuring published writers. In addition, all members of the College are invited to read their writing on this day. This year's reading on April 19th is a seven-hour long marathon of readings by students, staff, faculty, and alumni. All students published in the magazine, as well as the student editors, are recognized for their accomplishments and contributions to the magazine. Winners of awards and prizes are selected by our editorial board, English Department faculty, and Learning Lab faculty.
By submitting work to the magazine, students agree to allow their writing (or art) to be used for educational purposes in classes and in magazine-related activities. We reserve the right to edit manuscripts, if necessary; however, our primary desire always is to maintain the author's original content, voice, and style.
For further information, please contact Leslye Friedberg, faculty advisor, English Department, office BR-25N, (215) 751-8657, or stop by the Learning Lab, BI-28, and read the material at our display table.
We look forward to seeing your work!
