Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2015
FWIS 160 001 (CRN: 14498)
LIFE NARRATIVE/NARRATING LIFE
Long Title: LIFE NARRATIVE/NARRATING LIFE
Department: First-Year Writing Intensive
Instructor: Fax, Joanna M.
Meeting: 1:00PM - 1:50PM MWF KCK 101 (24-AUG-2015 - 4-DEC-2015)
Session: First Year Writing
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Section Max Enrollment: 15
Section Enrolled: 10
Enrollment data as of: 30-MAY-2023 12:41AM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: This course will explore the historical and contemporary significance of personal narrative, from its origins in the 16th century to the current popularity of digital programs such as This American Life and The Moth Podcast. Students will analyze the genre's evolution, as well as compose their own creative essays.