Writing & Rhetoric, Minor

Strengthening your abilities as a writer, speaker, and critical thinker to better position you for success in your major and future career.

The Writing & Rhetoric Minor will further develop your abilities as a writer, speaker, and critical thinker in a writing-intensive curriculum designed to foster your practical skills and intellectual understanding to communicate effectively in your personal, civic, and professional lives.

Aerial Image of Campus

Public University Price, Private University Experience

A Lifetime of Value

Writing & Rhetoric, Minor

The minor will enhance your abilities to understand the uses and abuses of rhetoric, strengthen your practical skills in written communication, and improve your critical thinking through a more systemic understanding of rhetorical styles and techniques.

 

Educational Objectives

Our distinctive integration of rhetoric and social justice sets us apart from other programs and will add a valuable and relevant dimension to the skills you develop in the program.  

Our faculty bring a diverse range of backgrounds and offer a cross-cultural and international perspective on communication, which will enhance your overall learning experience.

Our summer research opportunities that some faculty engage in with students will strengthen your connections, deepen your understanding of specific areas of study, and expand the range of your hands-on skills.

Complete the following course:

 

Complete one of the following courses:

 

Complete one of the following courses:

 

Complete one of the following courses:

 

Faculty & Staff

Our faculty work diligently to create a nurturing environment where students feel comfortable speaking freely, being themselves, and seeking out individualized support and guidance.

Phuong Nguyen

Phuong Nguyen

Associate Professor

Phuong Nguyen

Phuong Nguyen

Department Chair AY

Phuong Nguyen

Phuong Nguyen

Special Consultant

Wendy Rutledge

Wendy Rutledge

Administrative Support Coordinator

Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you have about the Writing & Rhetoric program.

Our experienced and supportive admissions staff is here to provide all the individualized guidance you need.

Apply Now