ENGL 161 - Creative Writing I

    Recent Professors
    Janice L. Sapigao, Kathleen E. McClung, Rob R. Williams
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    26 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E, or equivalent.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENGL 161
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C2
    Description
    Introduction to the reading, analysis, theory, theorists, philosophies, and craft of writing short stories, sketches, poetry, short dramas, creative nonfiction and other literary forms for both personal enjoyment and professional training. Students will practice writing in various genres and will be introduced to the workshop method. During the Spring Semester, class members may volunteer to work on the college's literary magazine.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 2:10pm–3:25pm, Mon Wed 2:10pm–3:25pm, Thu 2:10pm–4:40pm