Biruh Haptu

Meet Biruh Haptu - Expert Writing & Editing Tutor

Biruh Haptu is a skilled Technical Writer and editor with a talent for making complex information clear and accessible. A graduate of Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Arts in Professional and Technical Writing, Biruh has a professional background as an editorial intern and editor, specializing in copyediting, proofreading, research synthesis, and adapting technical language for diverse audiences.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Writing & Composition: Technical reports, grant writing, end-user guides, and authoring papers.

  • Editing: Copyediting, proofreading, and providing content edits for book reviews, poetry, and fiction.

  • Academic Styles: Proficient in MLA, APA, and Chicago Style citation and formatting.

  • Curriculum Development: Creating engaging and comprehensive book teaching guides for use in primary, secondary, and higher education.

  • Research: Synthesizing research on contemporary topics.

Teaching Philosophy:

Biruh’s approach is centered on creating accessible and concise documentation and instruction. With experience developing teaching guides for all educational levels and editing for a literary journal, she understands how to structure information effectively and provide clear, actionable feedback to help writers improve their work.

What Makes Biruh Special:

  • Specialized Degree: She holds a Bachelor's degree in Professional and Technical Writing from Virginia Tech, providing her with a strong academic foundation in the art of clear communication.

  • Professional Editing Experience: Biruh has worked as a Poetry and Fiction Editor for the minnesota review, where she evaluated submissions and provided language edits for publication.

  • Versatile Writer: Her skills range from creative work like promotional materials and author interviews to highly structured grant writing and technical reports.

  • Adept with All Audiences: A key focus of her experience is adapting technical and scientific language for diverse lay audiences, making her an ideal tutor for students struggling to make their writing clear.

Education & Achievements:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Professional and Technical Writing, Virginia Tech.

  • Poetry and Fiction Editor, the minnesota review.

  • Editorial Intern, Noemi Press.

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