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.

credits required for the Writing minor

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

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of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission

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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

LEIGH GRAZIANO

Director of First-Year Writing, Associate Professor, English Studies Department
503-838-9360 | grazianol@wou.edu | MA 311

HENRY HUGHES

Professor, Literature and Writing, English Studies Department
503-838-9494 | hughesh@wou.edu | BELL 316

KATHERINE SCHMIDT

Professor, English Studies Department
503-838-8234 | schmidtk@wou.edu | APSC 301

LARS SODERLUND

Department Chair, Associate Professor, Writing, English Studies Department
503-838-8325 | soderlundl@wou.edu | BELL 309

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Contact Us

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

Email: soderlundl@wou.edu

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