Reflection for Memo

The memo is addressed directly to President Vincent Boudreau, acknowledging his title. Knowing his background in political science and focus on social equity, I tried to frame my argument around “student equity, mental wellness, and upholding CCNY’s mission as an inclusive institution,” directly appealing to his values. I also adopted a formal, respectful tone and provided logical arguments with citations. The central purpose of this memo is stated clearly in the opening and closing paragraphs that is requesting to reinstall the carpet in the prayer room. The sections that follow the opening paragraph are designed to support this goal. For example, the section on the consequences for students establishes why it is important to have the carpet in the prayer room and addressing concerns section provides solutions to the likely concerns raised by the administration without burdening the administration. I maintained a formal, respectful and solution-oriented tone throughout the memo. This can be seen through my direct address to the President, the use of higher level vocabulary such as “ Addressing the concerns”, and “revitalizing one’s brain,” and the organization of my memo. My piece is following the standards conventions of a professional memo, including the “TO:”, “FROM:”, “DATE:”, and “SUBJECT:” headers at the top. I gave proper headings for each section so it is easier to navigate and gave formal citations in the attachments.

Reflection for Tech. Description

I wrote this piece for general consumers, students, and beginners interested in understanding LED light bulbs. I avoided overly complex jargon or explained it when necessary so non-experts could follow along. I included step-by-step explanations and practical examples (like replacing a 60W bulb) to make the content relatable. The structure moves from basic history to technical details to support gradual understanding. My main purpose was to inform and explain how LED light bulbs work, specifically the Trisonic model. I focused on providing clear, factual, and organized information rather than persuading the reader. I included definitions, component breakdowns, and step-by-step processes to educate the reader. The conclusion reinforces the informational goal by summarizing key point about efficiency and technology. The exigence for this piece is the increasing use of LED lighting and the need for consumers to understand how it works. Many people use LED bulbs daily but lack knowledge about their components and efficiency. I addressed this by explaining both the history and the modern technology behind LEDs. This helps readers make informed decisions and better appreciate the product. This piece is a technical description, which focuses on explaining how a product works. I organized it with headings, sections, and labeled components to match this genre. I included factual information, step-by-step processes, and descriptions of parts to meet expectations of technical writing. The inclusion of figures and references further supports the formal, informative structure typical of this genre.