Writing and Experience: Reading and Writing Autobiography

3-0-9 units. HASS-H; CI-HW · Undergraduate

Explores how writers establish their voice and use the story and essay forms to telegraph consciousness, lived experience, the historical moment, and a sense of place. Investigates various modes of writing (narrative, analytical, investigative, argumentative) and their suitability for different purposes and audiences. Drawing from a range of autobiographical writing as examples to analyze, students write essays about their experiences and the interaction of self and society. Emphasizes clarity, specificity, and structure. Features opportunities for students to improve their oral communication skills through class discussion, oral presentations, and peer review workshops. Limited to 15.