
Creative Writing

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Writers show us how people make choices in the process of becoming, and their works help us draw meaning from our experiences. If your passion lies in creating worlds, discovering new characters and playing with language, you can cultivate your skill as a Linfield major in creative writing. From day one you will work with professors who are all acclaimed published authors to craft your own poems, essays, screenplays and stories.
As a creative writing major at Linfield
Introduction to Creative Writing
Northwest Ecology and Environmental Writing
Reading and Writing Fiction
Studying creative writing at Linfield
Conduct close reading of a variety of literary texts, seeking a deep and broad understanding of the range of worldwide literary precedent.
Name literary techniques across the genres and make use of them both in analyzing the work of others and writing original texts.
Compose, revise, edit and share original work in several genres, seeking a distinct style and distinctive personal material.
Display a command of standard English in writing with the skill to address various goals and audiences.
Give, receive and make use of pertinent, constructive critique.
Interrogate and develop one’s own imagination and habits of mind and craft within an often messy, challenging and rewarding writing process.
Generate, revise, effectively order and reflect upon a sustained capstone project of original work.
Internships provide invaluable hands-on experience and further develop your professional skills. Some companies where English majors at Linfield have found internship placements include:
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