Emily Gillespie-Lord

Contributing Writer

Contributors/Emily Gillespie-Lord

Education

BA English, Missouri State University

Emily Gillespie-Lord is a writer and artist. In addition to writing education guides for BestColleges, she has written and illustrated comics and two children's books. Her work has appeared at PAST-TEN magazine and other publications. Emily lives in Texas with her husband and their two dogs. She holds a bachelor's degree in English and writing from Missouri State University.

Subject areas

Education, writing

Read Emily's Latest Articles

How to Maintain Your Technical Portfolio

Organizing your skills is difficult, especially in programming and tech. Learn how to maintain your technical portfolio for the job hunt.

September 19, 2022

How to Become a Family Counselor

Counseling and psychology students hope to make a difference in people's lives and relationships. Learn how to become a family counselor.

April 7, 2023

How to Become an Occupational Therapist

Aspiring healthcare professionals hope to make a lasting impact in their patients' lives. Learn how to become an occupational therapist.

March 28, 2023

Get Certified as a CNA: State by State Requirements

Certified nursing assistants are vital to the healthcare system. Learn how to earn a CNA certification in your state.

August 25, 2022

What Is Scripting and What Is It Used For?

Many know about computer programming, but what is scripting? Learn more about the vital role of scripting in computer programming.

April 18, 2023

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