Minor in Creative Writing

The Creative Writing minor is designed for undergraduate students outside of the School of Literature, Media, and Communication interested in developing intensive writing skills and literary knowledge with an emphasis on poetry. 

The program also includes study in fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and screenwriting/drama. Students will focus on creative exploration and production and develop their skills in poetry and prose through required writing classes and a literary studies class. 

This minor can help prepare students who want to write for personal expression, pursue professional writing programs, or prepare for related academic and career paths. 

Required Courses
LMC 3234Creative Writing 16
Select two of the following courses:6
Poetry and Poetics
Writing for the Stage and Screen
Poetry and Poetics II
LMC Literature Elective3
Introduction to Literary Studies
Studies in Fiction
Science Fiction
Major Authors
Studies in Film and Television
Total Credit Hours15
1

Should be taken twice depending on topic

Note: This minor is not open to Literature, Media and Communication or Computational Media majors.