Writing Minor – Academics

Writing Minor

Love to write? Take your skillset to a higher level with this writing-intensive minor. Whether you want to be the next great American novelist or work as an editor in a publishing house, WOU’s writing program can give you the foundational talents you’ll need.

Highlights of the program

Example Courses

Meet your professors

credits required for the Writing minor

of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission

student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in

Highlights of the program

- Explore different types of writing, including scripts, technical writing and creative nonfiction
- Become an expert on grammar, syntax, punctuation and other nuances of the English language
- Hone your communication skills to set yourself up for success as a working professional

Example Courses

Faculty

HENRY HUGHES

Professor, Literature and Writing, English Studies Department
hughesh@wou.edu

KATHERINE SCHMIDT

Professor, English Studies Department
schmidtk@wou.edu

LARS SODERLUND

Department Chair, Associate Professor, Writing, English Studies Department
soderlundl@wou.edu

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QUESTIONS - Writing Minor

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Phone: 503-838-8325
Fax: 503-838-8056

Email: soderlundl@wou.edu

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Writing Minor

credits required for the Writing minor

of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission

student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in

Highlights of the program

Example Courses

Faculty

HENRY HUGHES

KATHERINE SCHMIDT

LARS SODERLUND

QUESTIONS - Writing Minor

Contact Us

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