Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2017
FWIS 160 001 (CRN: 15993)
LIFE NARRATIVE
Long Title: LIFE NARRATIVE
Department: First-Year Writing Intensive
Instructor: Fax, Joanna M.
Meeting: 1:00PM - 1:50PM MWF SEW 560 (21-AUG-2017 - 1-DEC-2017)
Session: First Year Writing
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 15
Section Enrolled: 14
Enrollment data as of: 30-MAY-2023 10:02PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Final Exam Time:
12-DEC-2017
9:00AM - 12:00PM T TBA TBA
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.