Use the present tense for habitual actions, and reserve will for events that actually occur in the future. Parallelism Parallel structures require parallel forms. For example, a numbered list should be given either in complete sentences or in sentence fragments, not a mixture of both. At least a 3.50 grade point average in upper-division economics courses 2. Attain a 3.50 grade point average or better in upper-division economics courses 2.
Pronouns Avoid the use of awkward or unpronounceable pronoun combinations.
Another way of avoiding sexist pronouns is to use plural forms that refer to both men and women. Students may pick up their pay checks Monday morning. I took the photograph myself. Deliver it to the director yourself. Deliver it to the director herself or to me.