Department of Writing and Rhetoric - Writing and Rhetoric

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Everyday life in the 21^st century involves composing and understanding complex messages in multiple media and in varied contexts. Students in the Department of Writing and Rhetoric receive a comprehensive education that enables them to communicate effectively, persuasively, and ethically across a range of civic, professional, and educational contexts.

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Advising

Our advising team provides assistance for all students in Writing and Rhetoric programs. We hold regular open advising in Fall and Spring semesters and by appointment only in Summer.

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University Writing Center

The UWC offers free individual and small-group consultations for any writing in any situation. Students can meet with tutors online or face-to-face in multiple locations.

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Recent Faculty Publications

Vee Kennedy

Shane A. Wood, Nick Gardiakos, Matthew Bryan, Stuart Dees, Pamela Baker, Emily Proulx, Vee Kennedy, Melissa Pompos Mansfield, Meeghan Faulconer, Erica Maclintal, Kenneth Tanemura. “Sustaining Sociocultural Values through GenAI Principles at a Hispanic-Serving Institution.” WPA: Writing Program Administration, 50.1 December 2026.

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