Writing Intensive Component 9 credit hours (W)

To fulfill this requirement, students must take 9 credit hours of writing-intensive courses (designated by a “W” following the course title). These courses emphasize writing as a process of learning and communicating. Through collaborative practice in critical thinking and writing, students are equipped to participate in the multidisciplinary exchange of ideas that defines the liberal arts experience. Transfer students entering as juniors need to complete 6 credit hours of writing-intensive courses before graduating. Those entering as seniors need to complete 3 credit hours of writing-intensive courses. Courses transferred from other institutions cannot be used to satisfy the writing-intensive requirement. Courses designated writing-intensive are found in nearly every discipline. Where appropriate, courses designated as writing-intensive may be used to satisfy both the writing-intensive requirement and other requirements (including major and minor requirements). Independent Studies and Internships may not be taken for writing intensive credit.