Language is a major tool for communication in academia. Use the
writing guides below to formulate your best research papers and
lab reports. General Paper Format The following are format
expectations for general papers: Use standard white paper, 8.5 x
11 inches. Use black ink for the text of the paper. Set margins
to at least one-inch wide. Use size 12 font, unless other
specifications are given. Double space your papers, unless other
specifications are given. Paginate papers longer than one page.
Place page numbers in the upper right-hand corner. Type your
last name before each page number (e.g., Jones 2). For short
papers (one to two pages in length), place a heading in the
upper right-hand corner containing your name, course, date,
professor's name and nature of the assignment. Center the title
of the paper below the heading. For longer papers (three or more
pages), attach a title page with the following information
centered on the page: title of paper, student name, course name
and section, date, professo