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Department of Writing and Rhetoric
Everyday life in the 21st 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

Pamela Baker

Baker, Pamela. “Mechanical Treatments and Other Restorative Plans.” River Styx. Issue 108. 2024. Nonfiction. Nominated for a Pushcart Prize. 

Laurie A. Pinkert

Nikoladis, A. C., Beever, J., Kuebler, S. and Pinkert. L. A., “From Education to Enculturation: Rethinking the Development of Ethical Professionals in Higher Education.” International Journal of Ethics Education. (2024).

Matthew Bryan

Bryan, Matthew. “For the Record: Practicing Critical Software Literacy in Writing Centers.” Computers and Composition, vol. 72, 2024. doi.org/10.1016/j.compcom.2024.102846. 

Natalie Anne Madruga

Madruga, Natalie. “Felicidades Alejandra: Celebrating Ten Years of Counterstories.” Composition Studies, vol. 52, no. 1, Spring 2024, pgs. 153-156.

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