Latin American/Latinx Creative Studies Certificate, Writing for Media Certificate

Program Overview

The Latin American and Latinx Creative Studies Certificate expands knowledge of Latin American and Latinx cultural traditions and creative writing, while the Writing for Media Certificate prepares students for writing in various media industries. Both certificates offer a combination of academic theory and practical experience, enhancing career prospects in diverse fields. Students enrolled in the MFA program can combine it with a certificate for a total of 42 credits minimum.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Latin American and Latinx Creative Studies (LALCS) Certificate:

• A graduate certificate program for students who want to expand their knowledge of Latin American and Latinx cultural traditions and creative writing.
• Focuses on:
• Latin America and Latinx cultural contributions before European arrival to the present.
• Exploration of diverse cultures from the Caribbean to Southern, Central, and Northern Latinx-America.
• Integration of anthropology, history, ethnography, literature, arts, and culture.
• in-person and online
• 15 units
• up to 9 units

Writing for Media Certificate:

• A new certificate program designed for students interested in writing for various media.
• Curriculum:
• Emphasis on diverse writing styles, cultural traditions, and voices.
• Courses in screenwriting, television writing, playwriting, podcasting, and creative cinema studies.
• Combines academic theory and practical experience.
• Provides skills and portfolio development necessary for media industry success.

Outline:

Latin American and Latinx Creative Studies (LALCS) Certificate:

• Course materials include: novels, novellas, short stories, poetry, memoirs, essays, films, documentaries, music, and painting.
• Writing genres: poetry, prose, short story, flash fiction, travel writing, novella, memoir, essay, and personal non-fiction.
• Faculty expertise:
• Comparative literature
• Postmodern fiction
• Experimental poetry
• Latin American and Borderlands History
• Mexican film
• Focus areas:
• Critical thinking
• Creative writing
• Literature, history, and culture of Latin America and Latinx regions
• Engaging in global citizenship

Writing for Media Certificate:

• Skills taught:
• Understanding and producing various film types (classic and Pixar)
• Giving successful pitches
• Scene-by-scene outlining
• Recognizing LGBTQ+ and BIPOC voices and narratives
• Adapting writing to diverse styles
• Responding to industry demands

Teaching:

Latin American and Latinx Creative Studies (LALCS) Certificate:

• Faculty encourages critical dialogue regarding:
• Creative writing
• Literature, history, and culture of Latin America and Latinx regions

Writing for Media Certificate:

• Collaborative learning environment
• Individualized feedback and guidance
• Exposure to diverse instructors and styles

Careers:

Latin American and Latinx Creative Studies (LALCS) Certificate:

• Enhances career prospects in diverse fields:
• Psychology
• Social services
• Arts
• Education
• Law
• Teaching
• Personal enrichment

Writing for Media Certificate:

• professional opportunities in various media industries
• Film
• Television
• Playwriting
• Podcasting
• Journalism

Other:

• Students enrolled in the MFA program can combine it with a certificate for a total of 42 credits minimum.
• **State authorization needed for full-online programs.

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