ENGL 161 - Creative Writing I

    Recent Professors
    Timothy S. Maxwell, Hector F. Sanchez, Antonio D. Lopez Mendez, Aimee B. Suzara, Robert M. Baden, Emil M. De Andreis, Roberta M. Reynolds, William E. Clark
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    17–26 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Eligibility for ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 100) or ENGL C1000E (formerly ENGL 105).
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENGL 161
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C2
    Description
    Introduction to the craft and practice of writing poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction. Participation in a supportive community of writers. Compilation of a portfolio of original work in multiple genres, generated, workshopped, and revised during the course. Guided preparation and submission of work for potential publication.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:25pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:00pm, Mon 6:00pm–9:00pm, Mon 6:10pm–9:00pm