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Names of endowed chairs are always capitalized, whether accompanied by a personal name or not. Use the full title on first reference. Jane Smith, the Mary R. Jones Distinguished Professor…

An en-dash is used to connect continuing or inclusive numbers, replacing the word “to” in dates, times, or reference numbers. It is also used instead of a hyphen in compound…

Emeritus is an honorary rank bestowed on some retired University faculty. Not every retired faculty member has emeritus status, so do not use the terms interchangeably. Use the construction “professor…

Em-dashes are used to denote sudden changes in sentence structure. They are also used (instead of commas) to set off an explanation or emphasis. Joan—despite her brother’s warning—entered the dark…

Spell without a hyphen in all uses. [Note: this is a departure from the conventions spelled out in the Chicago Manual (7.76).]

Located on Mt. Hope Campus. Use the ampersand.

May be referred to as the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences or the Hajim School, depending on the context and the audience.

Located in the Robert B. Goergen Athletic Center on the River Campus. Offices of Athletics and Recreation, multipurpose rooms, fitness center, weight rooms. May be referred to as Hajim Gym,…

Not “Theater.” Located on the Eastman Campus.

May be shortened to Eastman on second reference. Do not abbreviate to ESM in formal writing.