Creative Writing Minor
Creative Writing Minor Requirements:
Required courses:
ENG 120 Introduction to Literature| Introduction to literary genres and the basic methodology, terminology and concepts of the study of literature. Offered every semester. Fulfills general education requirement: Liberal Studies Area 5 (Literature and Fine Art). 3 credits. |
| Introduction to a variety of models and craft concepts useful in writing poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and other genres. This course provides the basis for the student's acquisition of a repertoire of techniques. Usually offered fall semester. Prerequisite: ENG 112, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits. |
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ENG 219 Creative Writing Workshop| Introduction to poetry or fiction, which will alternate each year. Intensive focus on the student's own writing as well as study of literary works designed to enhance familiarity with and understanding of craft concepts. Offered spring semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ENG 150, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits. |
| This "process" course emphasizes the conceptual frameworks of various literary genres and provides an introduction to rhetorical strategies, formal elements, and literary theories that illuminate the practice of writing. Usually offered alternate fall semesters. Prerequisite: ENG 150, or permission of instructor. 3 credits. |
*Must be taken twice—once in poetry, once in fiction—for 6 credits.
Two additional 300 or 400-level literature courses.