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WRIT 481 Advanced Creative Writing

This advanced workshop provides students with the opportunity to develop and refine works of fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry. Open to all advanced creative writing students. Creative Writing majors who are nearing graduation must take this course to fulfill the capstone portfolio requirement for the major. This course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Two 300-level creative writing courses.

Special information

Prerequisite: Two 300-level creative writing courses.
5 Undergraduate credits

Effective December 18, 2018 to present

Meets graduation requirements for

Learning outcomes

General

  • Analysis of genre variation, and application of this understanding through revision.
  • Comprehension of theoretical issues of writing.
  • Employ syntax and usage appropriate to academic disciplines and the professional world.
  • Interpret and respond critically to works from various cultures in the arts and humanities.
  • Locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a responsible manner material from diverse sources and points of view.
  • Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening, critical and reflective thinking, and responding.
  • Select appropriate communication choices for specific audiences.
  • Synthesize multiple revisions, critical thinking, research skills and voice to develop work.
  • Use authority, point-of-view, and individual voice and style in writing and speaking.

Spring 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
50 Advanced Creative Writing Nielsen, Suzanne R Shen, Chavonn Williams Books for WRIT-481-50 Spring 2025 Course details for WRIT-481-50 Spring 2025