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University of Essex edit

I've updated and added a lot of information to this article recently, including adding a very detailed section on the foundation of the University, all fact-checked with the University itself. I'd appreciate feedback back on any of the article's sections, particularly sections that could be added to create more depth to the article. Joondan 11:46, 23 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

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  • British English is correct for this page - you don't need to follow the first contributor rule in this case (so I've changed center to centre,color to colour etc). It also needs a decision to be made on when University is has caps, as it is sometime refered to as "The University" and sometimes "the university". My suggestion would be lowercase unless it is being given its full title: "the University of Essex".
  • For ideas, I'd have a look at University of Oklahoma (currently being peer-reviewed) and Cornell University (featured article)
  • Most sections are too short (one paraggraph)
  • Could use more varied citations. Inline citations are greatly appreciated too, nowadays.
  • Higher quality logo would improve the lead's aspect. Circeus 02:36, 11 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]
Replaced logo with better one EuroSong talk 00:13, 17 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]
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