Bachelor of Arts in English (Creative Writing)

University of Indianapolis

Clarity in communication is key, whether you're expressing your thoughts through verse or relaying important how-to instructions. The English major at UIndy lets you choose your area of concentration so that you can best match your interests and innate abilities. Under the guidance of an accomplished faculty, you can catch their enthusiasm for the written word and make it your own. And then there’s no telling where your words might appear in the future. The English Department at the University of Indianapolis develops students’ abilities as critical and creative readers, thinkers, and writers. Our community of faculty-scholars, students, alumni, and community members support a campus culture that fosters a love of literature and language. Our general education courses, major-specific courses, and graduate program offerings build the expertise needed to navigate a changing world.
The creative writing major at UIndy gives you the opportunity to develop and hone your creative writing skills. Whether you're interested in poetry or fiction, our dedicated faculty will help you push your writing endeavors to new heights. With a diverse background of writing skills, our faculty can show you how to make your poems memorable or your short story cohesive and entertaining. Multiple writing workshop courses will help you improve your writing, while literature courses will allow you to explore various genres. Students can also add a creative writing minor to any degree.

ADVANTAGES
Wide variety of course topics
Published authors meet and speak with students in their classes
Valuable hands-on experience editing and publishing a literary and fine arts magazine, Etchings
Career-focused electives to help you understand how to market your writing skills
Faculty with books published in fiction and poetry
Strong focus on practical business skills, including document design, online publishing, web development, and multimedia delivery
Project management from inception to delivery
Service-learning opportunities with local schools and other community organizations

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