ENGL 71 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    Recent Professors
    Padilla M. R., Doucet W. J., Caggiano S. E., Hamada M. J., Robinson B., Oba R. K.
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Eligibility for ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 1).
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENGL 71
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces the craft and practice of creative writing through reading and writing in various genres. Students will explore poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction in their many forms and sub-genres. This course focuses on the fundamentals of these genres and related forms. Students will generate new pieces and be introduced to the workshop method. In workshop, they will offer constructive and critical feedback. While developing their writing process, students will also learn to apply critiques and revise their original work. The course will introduce students to the critical skill of reading like writers to better understand the craft of creative writing.
    Usually Held
    Fri 11:30am–2:35pm, Mon Wed 11:15am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 12:45pm–2:05pm, Wed 6:30pm–9:35pm