RHET 207 - Literary Journalism

Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, WINT

From New Journalism to the personal essay, literary techniques are reshaping the way journalists write about sports, nature, politics, science, and the arts. This course will explore the way journalists use the tools of fiction and poetry in their writing while remaining true to the standards of reporting. Students will balance the reading of literary journalism and essays with time spent crafting their own writing. Prerequisites and notes:

Enrollment Limit: 15
Instructor: H. Sundt

Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes