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Grammar SOS > Acronyms
You should make it a practice to spell out names on first reference, then use acronyms in later references.
For example, spell out IU on first reference. For the e-zines, we know they will be held on the IU server, but it is conceivable that someone will land on the site from a search and won't recognize "IU."
Do not use this method:
- Indiana University (IU).
Just use the acronym on a later reference as long as it is clear that this refers to name.
- He attended Indiana University for six years, attaining a bachelor's degree in 1999. While at IU, he studied frog biology.
Exceptions: common acronyms, such as ABC-TV, AT&T. AP suggests letting context be your guide in cases such as FBI, CIA, GOP.
Check the stylebook if you are unsure.
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