New Writing Program Classes Offered Fall 2008 | WRTG 3018 Special Topics: Presidential Elections & Comedy Central
Can Stephen Colbert change the course of a presidential election? Did YouTube stimulate a user driven debate? Does Barack Obama's facebook page make you feel like his personal "friend"? Explore the ways in which current and historical presidential candidates utilize alternative media to advertise themselves, their policies, and to critique opponents.


WRTG 3870 History & Theory of Writing
Introduction to a history of writing and writing practices and the forces that have shaped its study. Look at the ways in which writers are expected to produce their texts, the features that identify "good writing" in particular genres, and strategies for adapting texts to specific purposes or audiences.

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