BA Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse
Course Overview
This program explores the power of written communication as the foundation of the liberal arts and a vital skill for professional and civic life. Students learn to analyze and produce effective writing across various digital and print genres, preparing them to excel in a wide range of professional contexts. The curriculum emphasizes how writing shapes identity, organizes human activity, and enables communication across cultural and linguistic borders.
Key Program Highlights
- Examines writing's role in digital media, professional environments, and contemporary culture
- Offers a Major in Writing & Rhetoric and a Minor in Professional Writing
- Features a Combined BA/MA program for accelerated graduate study
- Focuses on the practical application of rhetorical theory and discourse analysis
- Prepares students for diverse careers requiring advanced communication skills
Course Overview
This program explores the power of written communication as the foundation of the liberal arts and a vital skill for professional and civic life. Students learn to analyze and produce effective writing across various digital and print genres, preparing them to excel in a wide range of professional contexts. The curriculum emphasizes how writing shapes identity, organizes human activity, and enables communication across cultural and linguistic borders.
Key Program Highlights
- Examines writing's role in digital media, professional environments, and contemporary culture
- Offers a Major in Writing & Rhetoric and a Minor in Professional Writing
- Features a Combined BA/MA program for accelerated graduate study
- Focuses on the practical application of rhetorical theory and discourse analysis
- Prepares students for diverse careers requiring advanced communication skills
