Writing and Publication

Writing and Publication is designed to introduce you to the craft of creative and analytical writing, while preparing you for the professional world. In this program, you’ll develop your own style and creativity. Editing courses hone language, analytical, interpersonal, and collaborative skills. You’ll be poised to enter a professional marketplace that recognizes the value of this specialized skill set. In addition to preparing for roles in the publication process, such as editing or agenting, careers in communications, public relations, and corporate writing will be options to pursue.

A minor or additional major is required. Pairing a Writing and Publication major with another major prepares students to work within specific fields, such as subject-area writing (e.g., public policy, nature writing, social justice writing, health and lifestyle writing) or technical writing.

The Writing and Publication major also prepares interested students to begin graduate work in creative writing, library science, or related fields.