ENGL 140 – Creative Writing

Beginning creative writers are introduced to the techniques, structures, and basic elements of poetry, short fiction, and drama. Learners examine character, plot, dialog, theme, setting, and voice in fiction. Learners critique works of experienced writers and their peers. With emphasis on preparation, criticism, and revision, learners write poetry, a short story, and a drama. Throughout the semester, students compile a portfolio of their writings. This course does not fulfill the General Education requirement for Humanities but may be used as an elective. Lecture 3 hours per week