Program Overview
This certificate program in Writing and Rhetoric is open to all majors and provides students with the opportunity to develop a variety of writing skills and earn a credential attesting to their abilities in written communication. Students can choose from a range of courses in core writing, rhetoric, language, and writing, creative writing, writing in the professions, and digital and multimedia writing. The program is designed to serve students who are interested in exploring writing and developing their writing skills for various purposes and contexts.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This certificate program is available to students in all majors and gives them the opportunity to develop a variety of writing skills and a credential testifying to their abilities in written communication. It serves students who are interested in exploring writing and developing their writing skills in a wide range of genres and for varied purposes and contexts—from creative writing, to writing for the professions, to writing in the disciplines.
- Available at the KU Lawrence campus to all majors.
Outline:
Certificate Requirements
Complete the following (12 credit hours)
- Core Writing Course (Choose one 3 hour course):
- ENGL 203 Topics in Reading and Writing: _____
- ENGL 205 Freshman-Sophomore Honors Proseminar: _____
- ENGL 209 Introduction to Fiction
- ENGL 210 Introduction to Poetry
- ENGL 220 Introduction to Creative Writing
- ENGL 360 Topics in Writing: _____
- ENGL 362 Foundations of Technical Writing
- ENGL 380 Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition
- ENGL 381 Topics in Rhetoric and Composition: _____
- Rhetoric, Language, and Writing (Choose one 3 hour course):
- ENGL 359 English Grammar
- ENGL 360 Topics in Writing: _____
- ENGL 380 Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition
- ENGL 381 Topics in Rhetoric and Composition: _____
- ENGL 385 The Development of Modern English
- ENGL 387 Introduction to the English Language
- ENGL 388 Topics in English Language Studies
- ENGL 400 Teaching and Tutoring Writing
- ENGL 580 Rhetoric and Writing: _____
- ENGL 587 American English
- Choose two courses (a total of 6 hours) from at least two of the following areas:
- Rhetoric, Language, and Writing
- ENGL 359 English Grammar
- ENGL 360 Topics in Writing: _____
- ENGL 380 Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition
- ENGL 381 Topics in Rhetoric and Composition: _____
- ENGL 385 The Development of Modern English
- ENGL 387 Introduction to the English Language
- ENGL 388 Topics in English Language Studies
- ENGL 400 Teaching and Tutoring Writing
- ENGL 580 Rhetoric and Writing: _____
- ENGL 587 American English
- Creative Writing
- ENGL 351 Fiction Writing I
- ENGL 352 Poetry Writing I
- ENGL 354 Playwriting I
- ENGL 355 Nonfiction Writing I
- Writing in the Professions
- ENGL 203 Topics in Reading and Writing: _____ (("Writing for Engineering"))
- ENGL 362 Foundations of Technical Writing
- BUS 305 Business Writing
- COMS 330 Effective Business Communication
- Digital and Multimedia Writing
- COMS 320 Communication and New Media
- ENGL 580 Rhetoric and Writing: _____ (("Digital Rhetoric" or "Multimedia Rhetoric"))
NOTE:
Courses cannot be used to fulfill more than one category, unless special topic differs. Only one course outside the College (BUS, JOUR) may be used to fulfill certificate requirements.
University of Kansas Summary
Overview:
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Services Offered:
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A portal for accessing student information and resources.Email:
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The learning management system for online courses.Enroll & Pay:
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Support for international students.Alumni Association:
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Policies and resources related to freedom of expression.Privacy Policy:
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Information on financial aid and other consumer-related topics.Student Life and Campus Experience:
KU offers a vibrant campus experience with a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including:
Athletics:
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Join clubs and organizations based on interests and passions.Campus Events:
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KU boasts nationally recognized programs and faculty who are leaders in their fields.Research Opportunities:
Students have access to cutting-edge research facilities and opportunities.Transformative Experience:
KU aims to provide a transformative college experience that prepares students for success.Strong Community:
The Jayhawk spirit fosters a sense of belonging and community among students.Academic Programs:
KU offers over 400 degree and certificate programs across 14 academic schools. Some of the key academic strengths include:
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