ENGCW 430

Creative Non-Fiction Writing Workshop

This is a creative writing course in creative non-fiction. The class focuses on constructive, in-class analysis of personal essays written by students, as well as critical analysis of literary works of creative non-fiction, including autobiography. Through lecture, discussion, collaborative writing, the study of texts that outline the criteria and traditions of creative non-fiction writing, out of class interviews, and in-class writing exercises, students will critically examine the elements of personal, ecological, multi-cultural, multi-generational, multi-disciplinary and mythological writing. Students will interview family members and other people of personal significance, keep a journal and prepare a portfolio of completed work.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 54 hours LEC