The Power of Story

Catalog description

Storytelling is one of the oldest and most powerful means of human communication. This experiential education (EX ED) course explores cultural perspectives, aesthetic genres, and functions of storytelling. Methods may include ethnography, autoethnography, interviews, personal narratives, digital storytelling projects, and/or presentation of published stories. Students will analyze and develop a range of stories that apply to professional and personal goals. Stories will be presented on campus and in off-campus community settings. Junior standing or permission of the instructor is required to take this course.