Class discussion and constructive criticism of student work. An advanced writing seminar for students familiar with the process of writing fiction. Study of prominent authors for voice, style, and craft. U11-317 or equivalent, or a published work. For students who are committed to the study and practice of essay writing.
Readings consist of modern literary essays that demonstrate the genre's variety and range.
Students will write four medium-length essays, share them with peers in a writing workshop, and revise them after receiving constructive criticism. Emphasis on identifying and acquiring the tools of the essay writer. I 111 Cheryl Jarvis Feature writing for newspapers, magazines, and online markets. Emphasis on advanced writing skills and students' ability to follow through from concept to publishable piece. Same as U48 COMM 356.