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EH 205-A: Introduction to Creative Writing (CE)
Ullrich, TTH 2:00-3:20
EH 205, Introduction to Creative Writing, consists of beginning work in creative writing in the
genres of poetry and fiction. Other genres may be examined at the discretion of the
instructor[s]. Using a combination of in-class exercises, readings, and workshops, the course
introduces students to the fundamentals of creating, reading, and evaluating poetry and short
fiction. Students who enroll in this course should (1) be able to take risks by writing poetry and
fiction that is personal and honest, (2) have an appreciation for the craft of language and (3)
understand that art, no matter how organic, has shape and structure. Prerequisite: EH 102 or 208.
Objectives
: The purpose of this section of EH 205 is to introduce students to the basic
techniques of creating, reading, and evaluating poetry and fiction. Students can expect a great
deal of writing—both in- and out-of-class exercises to build skills, as well as longer, finished
projects—and a good deal of class discussion. In this section of EH 205 each student is required
to read and evaluate the creative work of his/her classmates in a workshop setting. This class is a
workshop, not a tutorial; individual attention to creative work occurs within a classroom setting.
Requirements
: The requirements are: (1) at least four formally submitted poems; (2) a series of
preparatory short-short works of fiction; (3) a short story of 12-20 pages; (4) written critiques of
all pieces submitted for workshop; (5) class preparation and participation; (6 ) a final portfolio
of revised writing; (7) a final retrospective analysis of your growth as a writer; (8) a willingness
to risk and a sense of humor.
EH 205-B: Introduction to Creative Writing (CE)
Thompson, TTH 12:30-1:50
This is a writing course taught by a professional writer. By the end of the semester, you must
demonstrate your proficiency as a writer AND an editor in a wide variety of writing tasks, small
and large, in order to be successful in this course. You will be asked to review your own work,
the work of your peers, and the work of professional writers in order to become more adept at
revision and editing. The skills you acquire this term will be useful in every writing endeavor
you attempt, regardless of your profession, for the rest of your life. This course will teach you the
basic techniques of writing, reading, and evaluating your own work and that of others.
EH 205-C: Introduction to Creative Writing (CE)
Sprayberry, TTH 8:00-9:20
EH 205, Introduction to Creative Writing, consists of beginning work in creative writing in
several genres, including fiction, poetry, and either drama or creative nonfiction, at the discretion
of the instructor[s]. Using a combination of in-class exercises, readings, and workshops, the
course introduces students to the fundamentals of creating, reading, and evaluating short pieces
of creative writing. Prerequisite: EH 102 or 208.