An introduction to writing poetry and short prose. This course does not assume previous creative writing experience on the part of the student.
Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-11
Study and explain the relationship between form and content in prose genres. Create own works applying the craft elements studied.
Prerequisites:
none
Study and explain the relationship between form and content in poetry. Create own works applying the craft elements studied.
Prerequisites:
none
Writing personal essays and literary journalism with an emphasis on workshop and revision.
Prerequisites:
none
Introduction to writing short stories with an emphasis on the workshop.
Prerequisites:
none
Introduction to writing poems, with an emphasis on the workshop.
Prerequisites:
none
Revise and polish creative work into a professional portfolio with publication and presentation in mind.
Prerequisites:
none
Major Unrestricted Electives
Choose from CW, ENG, FILM or THEA - Choose 12 Credit(s).
Prerequisites:
none
Prerequisites:
none
Introduces fundamentals of film production: writing, producing, directing, lighting, shooting, and editing, through lecture, critiquing the work of other filmmakers, and hands on production. By the end of this course students will be ready to puruse their own film projects.
Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-06, GE-11
Writing the short and long play.
Prerequisites:
THEA 100. Permission of instructor.
CW 300 - 499
Other Graduation Requirements
Choose 8 credit(s): take one series Language
4-Year Plan
The 4-Year Plan is a model for completing your degree in a timely manner. Your individual 4-Year plan may change based on a number of variables including transfer courses and the semester/year you start your major. Carefully work with your academic advisors to devise your own unique plan. * Please meet with your advisor on appropriate course selection to meet your educational and degree goals.
First Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Students in this course approach writing as a subject of study by investigating how writing works across a variety of contexts.
Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-1A
World Languages Course *4 credits
Required General Education Course *3 credits
Required General Education Course *4 credits
Spring - 15 Credits
World Languages Course *4 credits
Required General Education Course *3 credits
Required General Education Course *4 credits
Required General Education Course *4 credits
Second Year
Fall - 14 Credits
An introduction to writing poetry and short prose. This course does not assume previous creative writing experience on the part of the student.
Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-11
Required General Education Course *3 credits
Required General Education Course *4 credits
Required General Education Course *3 credits
Spring - 17 Credits
Study and explain the relationship between form and content in prose genres. Create own works applying the craft elements studied.
Prerequisites:
none
Required General Education Course *3 credits
Required General Education Course *4 credits
Required General Education Course *3 credits
General Education Course *3 credits
Third Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Study and explain the relationship between form and content in poetry. Create own works applying the craft elements studied.
Prerequisites:
none
Introduction to writing short stories with an emphasis on the workshop.
Prerequisites:
none
Elective Course in Major *4 credits
General Elective Course *3 credits
Spring - 14 Credits
Introduction to writing poems, with an emphasis on the workshop.
Prerequisites:
none
Elective Course in Major *4 credits
General Elective Course *3 credits
General Elective Course *3 credits
Fourth Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Writing personal essays and literary journalism with an emphasis on workshop and revision.
Prerequisites:
none
Other Graduation Requirements Course *3 credits
Elective Course in Major *4 credits
World Languages Course *4 credits
Spring - 15 Credits
Revise and polish creative work into a professional portfolio with publication and presentation in mind.
Prerequisites:
none
Elective Course in Major *4 credits
General Elective Course *3 credits
General Elective Course *4 credits
Policies
Admission to Creative Writing is open. Contact the Program Director or Creative Arts Department to declare the major.
GPA Policy: Majors must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in addition to the 2.0 overall GPA required by the University for graduation.
P/N Grading Policy: A course leading to a Creative Writing major may not be taken on a P/N basis.
Transfer Credit: The program accepts no more than 16 credits from other colleges and universities as transfer credits to be applied toward the major. They must be taken in courses that match or are the equivalent of courses that are offered in the program. Please consult the Program Director regarding any transfer issues.
Student Advising: Students are encouraged to consult the Program Director on a regular basis for advice about course selection and career planning.
