Artes Dictaminis -- Revised Letter of Intent for Graduate School Admission

EDITED:  My original blog post was a less edited version of the actual letter I submitted for admission.  In considering the assignment, I had originally envisioned it as a modern application of ars dictaminis -- how the same conventions are applied in modern letter writing.  In reviewing my peers' blog posts, I see how I misconstrued the instructions and intent so I've revised my post, which is actually more comfortable since it felt awkward to have such personal information on the blog originally.

December 14, 2012  (Revised October 16, 2014)

RE: STATEMENT OF INTENT

[Salutation]

Dear Dr. Carter and Graduate Review Committee, by divine grace resplendent in Ciceronian Charm, Casey, inferior to her devoted learning, expresses the always obedient honorable service.

[Securing of Goodwill]

Your nobility and reputation as scholarly thought leaders, so esteemed in the field, is unparalleled.   

[Narration]

Having long-admired your impressive and impactful mark on the field of Rhetoric and Technical Communication, I could only hope to avail myself of your wisdom and generous teaching so that I could explore and expand your influence throughout the realm.   

[Petitio]

I appeal to your generosity, wisdom, and kindness to allow me, through your grace, to seek admission to your most noble and fine program.

[Conclusio]

Praise to your graces,

Casey Holland Akins