2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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  • WRT-312 FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP

    The purpose of this workshop is to create and,refine new fiction in the form of flash or short,stories, novellas and/or novel chapters. Since,good writing rarely occurs in a vacuum, in,addition to providing critiques on student story,and chapter drafts, we will also discuss,materials from professional writers to help,deepen our own understanding of the craft of,fiction and the interplay between form and,content.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.

  • WRT-307 INTRO TO CREATIVE WRITING

    This course introduces students to fiction,,poetry, creative nonfiction and drama and,presents an opportunity to produce written work,in those genres for review by the instructor and,peers. DEN 307 offers student writers an,opportunity to improve their writing. The works,of published writers, like the exhibits of,artists, are used as models and resources. This,course is open to all,,but is required for all Creative Writing Minors.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.

  • WRT-303 POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP

    This workshop focuses primarily on the art and,craft of generating strong poems. Students review,each others’ work with revision and ultimately,publication as a goal. The course also includes,discussion of the current poetry market, literary,journals etc., and how the new poet can break into,the market.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.

  • WRT-285B SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT-102

  • WRT-285A NARRATIVE STORYTELLING

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,
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    ,FALL 2026,

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    ,NARRATIVE STORYTELLING,

    ,Dissect narratives, explore plot structures, chart,stories, breathe life into characters, and explore,worldbuilding and transmedia storytelling. Topics,include nonlinear narratives, conflict and,closure, points of view, narrative in gaming and,the entertainment arts, as well as pitching and,storytelling in industry.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT-318

  • WRT-285 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • WRT-102 COMPOSITION II

    In this course students practice the necessary,writing,skills to discover the pleasures and challenges of,research, rhetoric, and reflection. Students,investigate and analyze a variety of,written and visual texts and respond in critical,and creative work utilizing primary and secondary,sources. This class stresses important academic,skills, including research strategies, the writing,process, formatting, revision, editing, and,presenting before a group.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT-101 (formely DEN 101) or ELS-101

  • WRT-101 COMPOSITION I

    In this introductory composition course, students,practice the fundamentals of college writing,,reading, and reflecting. Students analyze a,variety of written and visual texts and respond in,college-level, thesis driven writing and creative,projects. Academic skills are stressed, including,reading strategies, essay planning and,organization, citation, revision, proofreading,and,presenting before a group.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • SLP-007 CCS FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE

    This course is designed to help acclimate new,students to campus culture, academic expectations,and life as a college student. The course strives,to equip new students with the skills needed to,be successful students and artists/designers,while providing the support needed to meet the,challenges set before them by CCS. Students are,expected to participate in class, set goals for,their semester, experience campus and city life.,Topics for this course will include career,exploration, transitioning into college,life, technology on campus, and presentation,skills. The course will also strive to assess,student strengths and weaknesses relative to,college success and to act as a support system.

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisites:

  • SCI-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

    (This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.,
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    , SUMMER 2024,
    ,COSTA RICA,
    ,There’s nothing quite like the rain forests of the,”Rich Coast.” At its heart, the,Central American country boasts an epic landscape,that is home to nearly 5 percent of,the world’s biodiversity. Discover how fragile,these endangered ecosystems are as you,travel through different rainforest preserves and,unearth dazzling displays of color and,sound. Explore also the unique art and culture of,some of Costa Rica’s most vibrant,cities and towns.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: