CREATIVE WRITING FOR THE ARTS

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An introduction to the art and craft of writing fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and analyses of works in art, music, and journalism/political rhetoric. Intended for non-majors in creative writing, and tailored to the needs of other arts disciplines, notably those in CFAM, the course will follow a workshop format based on individual and group critique of students' writing, discussion of principles and techniques of craft and selected literary readings. Students will also experience and analyze other arts forms, which may include exhibits of visual and performance art, journalistic essays and/or political speeches.