Introduction
The Creative Writing minor focuses on writing courses: creative writing in fiction, drama, poetry, or nonfiction prose.
Courses taken for credit in minor programs may not be counted toward English major programs.
Why Consider a Creative Writing Minor?
Creative writing minors develop skills in creative thought and expression through study and practice of the craft of fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and/or drama. Students participate in both the critical analysis and creative practice of writing, gaining widely-applicable experience in self-expression, artistic technique and modes of communication.
Student Resources
Department Website: English
Contact information: Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Elle Starr, Humanities 327, 360-650-6846, Elle.Starr@wwu.edu
Department advising: See the department’s advising webpage for more information
Degree Works: Current students should also log on to Degree Works to check student-specific program progress.
Career Services Center: Connect major to a career
Sample Careers: Freelance writer, Web content writer, Editor/Publisher, Writing Teacher, Video game writer/designer, Ghostwriter
How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):
Meet in person with the English Department’s Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Elle Starr, to declare this minor.
Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors.
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