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CREATIVEWRITING CLASS LISTING & CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
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CREATIVE WRITING Courses offered at SCC
CREATIVE WRITING CREATIVE WRITING · CRW150 · CRW160 · CRW170 · CRW180 · CRW200 · CRW200 · CRW200 · CRW251 · CRW260 · CRW270 · CRW271
credit credit
Introduction to Creative Writing Introduction to Writing Poetry Introduction to Writing Fiction Introduction to Writing Nonfiction Reading for Writers (Fiction) Reading for Writers (Poetry) Reading for Writers (Nonfiction) Topics in Creative Writing Intermediate Poetry Writing Intermediate Fiction Writing Topics in Writing Fiction
ENGLISH • ENG183 Basic Manuscript Writing: Fiction • ENG210 Creative Writing • ENG217 Personal & Exploratory Writing
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS CRW150 Introduction to Creative Writing Introduces the student to elements and techniques of creative writing in a variety of genres; teaches terminology and concepts needed for successful participation in writing workshops; facilitates writing practice and evaluation; offers individual guidance on the student's development as a writer. Prerequisites: None. CRW160 Introduction to Writing Poetry Prewriting (invention and discovery); writing; analyzing and evaluating (in workshop); and revising to practice manipulating various elements of poetry, critique one's own and the poetry of others, and produce a portfolio of finished, marketable poems. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.
COURSE DESCRIPTION CRW170 Introduction to Writing Fiction Practice in writing fiction through a process of prewriting (invention and discovery), writing, analysis and evaluation (in workshop), and revision; practice in manipulating various elements and forms of fiction. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required. CRW180 Introduction to Writing Nonfiction Practice in writing creative nonfiction, including autobiography and biography, the essay, reviews, and humor using a process of invention and discovery, writing, analysis, evaluation, and revision. Combines lecture, discussion, and workshop, leading to the production of marketable quality creative nonfiction. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.
CRW200 Reading for Writers Close analysis and interpretation of selected literary texts designed to strengthen the students' own writing by extending their familiarity with the genre in which they write and their knowledge of selected literary elements. One-on-one meetings between student and instructor. Prerequisites: CRW150 or permission of Instructor. CRW251 Topics in Creative Writing Analysis, writing, and revision focused on a selected element applicable to all genres of creative writing. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended. Note: CRW251 may be repeated, topic must be different, for a total of nine (9) credit hours. CRW260 Intermediate Poetry Writing Emphasis on writing a series of original poems; analysis and evaluation of the functions and effects of established works of poetry; concentration on evaluation and revising Students' poetry through intensive workshopping. Prerequisites: CRW160 or permission of Instructor.
CRW270 Intermediate Fiction Writing Writing original short stories; analysis of works of fiction; concentration on revising students' fiction through intensive workshopping. Prerequisites: CRW170. CRW271 Topics in Writing Fiction Analysis, writing, and revision of genre or element within fiction. Prerequisites: CRW150 or permission of Instructor.
CREATIVE WRITING Events at SCC
VORTEX Every Spring Semester, SCC provides its students with a one of a kind Creative Writing and Art competition called Vortex. Students may submit writing in Poetry, Short Story, Creative NonFiction (personal essay), and Play/Script as well as in art (all types). The deadline is in mid-March, and the exciting awards reception is held the last week of classes at The Chaparral Suites Resort. Winning students receive cash awards, and their writing and art are published in the award winning magazine, Vortex. This is a signature SCC event and the primary showcase of student success in art and writing. All participants must be current SCC students.
RETRO MUSE The Retro Muse Coffee House is a favorite place for SCC’s artists to share their poetry, music, stories, art, acting, and singing. It’s the coolest hangout for students (as well as faculty)! The open mic format is relaxed and informal in the LC Courtyard, and there are free beverages and pizza. Come participate, relax, and enjoy!
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM Academic Certificate - AC 6224 (Shared) 24 credits Description: The Academic Certificate (AC) in Creative Writing degree is designed to provide students and professional writers with access to a community of writers and creative writing activities, instruction and guidance from established authors, and ongoing support in improving their writing skills and marketing their work. As students take courses in the program, they will build a portfolio of original work that may be used to seek admittance to a bachelor’s or master’s level creative writing program or that may include work to be submitted for publication. The program offers classes, workshops, and other activities such as readings and contests, which are accessible to writers of all levels regardless of academic or professional standing. The program serves many students, especially women, minorities, seniors, and working adults, who are under-represented in traditional creative writing programs because of cultural, dialect or language differences, scheduling difficulties, financial need, or lack of academic experience. Completion of the certificate does not lead to a particular degree program, but may aid students in their pursuit of a career in the writing professions and in their continued enjoyment of writing for personal growth. Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses within the program Admission Criteria: Students wishing to enroll in the Creative Writing program must complete a formal application; contact Program Director. Program Prerequisites: None Required Courses: 21 credits ENG210 may be substituted for CRW150 with permission of Program Director. CRW150 Introduction to Creative Writing (3) OR CRW155 Bilingual Creative Writing (3) ………………………..…………... 3 CRW200 must be repeated for a total of two (2) credits. + CRW200 Readings for Writers (1)………………………………....…………2 + CRW201 Portfolio ………………………………………………………..…….……1 Students must complete six (6) credits from Series I and nine (9) credits from Series II in consultation with a Program Director. Series I: Credits: 6 Students must complete two (2) of the following courses for a total of six (6) credits. CRW120 Introduction to Writing Children’s Literature .................3 CRW160 Introduction to Writing Poetry .......................................3 CRW170 Introduction to Writing Fiction .......................................3 CRW172 Introduction to Comic Book Writing ...............................3 CRW180 Introduction to Writing Nonfiction .................................3 CRW190 Introduction to Screenwriting .........................................3 THE118 Playwriting ........................................................................3 Series II: Credits: 9 Students must complete three (3) of the following courses for a total of nine (9) credits. + CRW202 The Writer as Witness ..................................................3 + CRW203 Dialogue .......................................................................3 + CRW204 Journaling .....................................................................3 + CRW220 Intermediate Writing Children’s Literature .................3 CRW251 Topics in Creative Writing ...............................................3 + CRW260 Intermediate Poetry Writing ........................................3 + CRW261 Topics in Writing: Poetry ..............................................3
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (Continued) + CRW270 Intermediate Fiction Writing .......................................3 + CRW271 Topics in Writing: Fiction .............................................3 + CRW272 Planning and Structuring the Novel ............................3 + CRW273 Writing the Novel ........................................................3 + CRW274 Revising the Novel .......................................................3 + CRW275 Writing the Mystery Story ...........................................3 + CRW281 Topics in Writing: Non-Fiction ....................................3 + CRW290 Intermediate Screenwriting ........................................3 + CRW291 Topics in Writing: Plays ...............................................3 Restricted Electives: 3 credits COM243 Interpreter’s Theatre .....................................................3 + CRW+++++ Any CRW Creative Writing prefixed course not listed under Required Courses area.....................................................1-3 ENG235 Magazine Article Writing ................................................3 + ENG236 Magazine Writer’s Workshop ......................................3 ENG/THE260 Film Analysis ...........................................................3 + ENH+++++ Any ENH English Humanities prefixed course .........3
For more information contact:
Sandra Desjardins Creative Writing Program Director sandra.desjardins@scottsdalecc.edu
480-423-6415
Susan Moore 480-423-6426 English, World Languages & Journalism Division Chair susan.moore@scottsdalecc.edu Larry Tualla English Department Chair larry.tualla@scottsdalecc.edu
480-423-6773
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Creative Writing Homepage: http://faculty.scottsdalecc.edu/desjardins
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