Writing

minor concentration

Program at a Glance

Degree(s)

Bachelor of Arts

College(s)/School(s)

College of Arts and Humanities

Department(s)

English

In our Writing minor, discover the interplay between literary studies and writing, highlighting their symbiotic relationship. Develop crucial skills in literary interpretation, providing you with valuable contexts for understanding the depth of human experience and assuming leadership roles in civic society. Embrace the opportunity to showcase your work through publications such as the Captain's Log, our weekly newspaper, or our annual literary magazine, Currents. Unleash your creativity, refine your writing craft, and leave your mark as a skilled writer with the power to captivate, inform, and inspire.

Degree Requirements

English, Writing concentration

Students majoring in English with a concentration in Writing who complete all requirements earn the degree of BA, English.

Core

ENGL 200 - Literary Foundations I: Ancient through 17th Century
ENGL 201 - Literary Foundations II: 18th Century through mid-19th Century
ENGL 202 - Literary Foundations III: Mid-19th Century through 21st Century
ENGL 308W - Literature, Theory, and Culture
ENGL 490W - Senior Seminar
Select one:
- ENGL 250 - Shaping Language: An Exploration of Creative Writing
- ENGL 309W - Creative Nonfiction
- ENGL 353W - Writing for the Professions
Select one:
- ENGL 421 - Shakespeare
- ENGL 423 - Major Authors

Electives (18 credits)

ENGL 250 - Shaping Language: An Exploration of Creative Writing
ENGL 309W - Creative Nonfiction
ENGL 339W - Tutoring in the Writing Center
ENGL 339L - Writing Center Experience/Advanced Writing Center Experience
ENGL 350W - Writing for the Digital Humanities
ENGL 351W - Fiction Writing
ENGL 352 - Poetry Writing
ENGL 353W - Writing for the Professions
ENGL 365W - Playwriting [same as THEA 365]
ENGL 430 - Structure of English
ENGL 450 - Advanced Writing Workshop
ENGL 452W - Writing for Children: Second World Fantasy
ENGL 453 - Writing for Children: Picture Books
ENGL 454W - Writing for Civic Engagement: Public Relations and Grants
ENGL 462 - Community Storytelling & Documentary
ENGL 491 - Internship in Writing
ENGL 499 - Independent Study

Writing minor

Chose six courses from among the following:

ENGL 250 - Shaping Language: An Exploration of Creative Writing
ENGL 309W - Creative Nonfiction
ENGL 339W - Tutoring in the Writing Center
ENGL 350W - Writing for the Digital Humanities
ENGL 351W - Fiction Writing
ENGL 352 - Poetry Writing
ENGL 353W - Writing for the Professions
ENGL 365W - Playwriting [same as THEA 365]
ENGL 430 - Structure of English
ENGL 450 - Advanced Writing Workshop
ENGL 452W - Writing for Children: Second World Fantasy
ENGL 453 - Writing for Children: Picture Books
ENGL 454W - Writing for Civic Engagement: Public Relations and Grants
ENGL 462 - Community Storytelling & Documentary
ENGL 491 - Internship in Writing
ENGL 499 - Independent Study

Course Catalog

Career Options

Content Writer/Copywriter
Journalist
Technical Writer
Freelance Writer
Editor