A study of poems and conventions of poetry from the classics to modern projective verse. Intended to develop the reader's ability to respond with sensitivity and discrimination to a rich variety of poetic forms. Stresses the Euro-American tradition. May stress different cultural traditions. Meets the general university writing requirement.
Students keep travel journals, produce short travel essays, and read selected travel writers.
Emphasis on both interior and exterior journeys. I A beginning workshop in writing poetry and short fiction. Includes a study of techniques and forms to develop critical standards and an understanding of the writing process. Does not meet the general university writing requirement. An introduction to fiction, poetry, and other literatures by women writers.