English Department: Writing Minor

Not only potential poets, playwrights, and fiction writers, bit also students preparing to be teachers or business professionals will find the Writing Minor a fine addition to their academic programs. Employers and graduate school admissions committees agree that a correct and mature writing style is a crucial talent in successful candidates for hiring and admission. Students from all majors are welcome to complete a writing minor as an excellent addition to their coursework for their majors.

MINOR IN WRITING 20 Credits
Six of the following courses, with a maximum of 8 credits at the 300 level:

• English 206: Creative Writing
• English 213: Freelance Writing
• English 246: Imaginative Writing Workshop: Practice and Pedagogy
• English 247: Prose Writing Workshop: Practice and Pedagogy
• English 251: Topics in Prose Writing
• English 311: Writing Creative Nonfiction
• English 312: Writing Poetry
• English 313: Writing Fiction
• English 314: Writing Drama
• English 315: Technical Writing
• English 317: Advanced Prose Writing
• Communication 321: Journalism
• English 410: Senior Writing Project
• English 494: English Internship
• Communication 421: Practicum: Magazine Writing and Production

Students who are interested should consult with their academic advisor about completing a Writing Minor.