For the good writer who wishes to experiment in a number of advanced techniques. Emphasis on student writing, with analysis of the essay as a literary form and discussion of rhetorical strategies and theories of language and of style. Admission by consent of instructor. Nonfiction Writing . For the experienced writer who wishes to study intensely a particular genre of nonfiction, such as New Journalism, travel, science writing, reviews, or biography.
Genres vary each year at the discretion of the instructor.
Intermediate Fiction Workshop. Instruction in fiction writing. Supplementary readings that illustrate traditional aspects of prose fiction. Admission by consent of instructor. May be repeated once for credit.