Creative Writing
Description
The Creative Writing Learning Community introduces students to the current climate, culture, philosophy, and practices of creative writing. Students interested in an in-depth study of creative writing participate in the real work of the craft, learning to write, revise and critique in a supportive environment. The Community will also introduce students to literary techniques needed in creating writing for an audience.
For which students?
The Creative Writing Learning Community is for students who seek to become professional writers. This LC is especially appropriate for students who are considering the following majors: English, Philosophy, or other fields of humanities. In addition, courses in this learning community help students work toward a minor in Creative Writing.
Please note: Students wishing to enroll in this Learning Community must have a minimum verbal SAT score of 500 (21 ACT English).
Schedule of courses
Fall 2009:
XIDS 2002 - Creative Writing
ENGL 1101 - English Composition I
POLS 1101 - American Government
ENGL 2060 - Intro to Creative Writing
ENGL 2050 - Self-Staging
Spring 2010:
XIDS 2100 - The Creative Process
ENGL 1102 - English Composition II
MATH 1111 - College Algebra
plus two courses of the student's choosing
