News from DePaul University's Department of Writing, Rhetoric, and Discourse
Throughout this quarter, students have read, discussed and critiqued a wide variety of essays in WRD 241/515. Read a selection of their work here.
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The WRD Department, in partnership with the School of Public Service, is excited to announce the new graduate Certificate in Strategic Writing and Advancement for Nonprofits. Read this overview to learn about everything the SWAN Certificate has to offer.
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In Autumn 2020, the WRD 361: Topics in Alternative Rhetorics course will focus on feminism. Learn more about the course and the professor, Monica Reyes, who will be joining the WRD Department this fall.
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We caught up with Kate Fabsik this quarter to discuss her experience so far in WRD and to talk about her history and interest with linguistics and language. Here’s what we got to talk about.
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We recently spoke to Hannah and Deanna to learn more about their work at Relativity and their time in the WRD program.
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Undergrads: Creating Knowledge provides a great opportunity to experience what it’s like to publish professional work. Read more to find dates and guidelines!
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The College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences is now accepting nominations to feature graduate students and their work on a new “Student Spotlight” page. Read the full call for nominations and apply by May 15!
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WRD 320: Writing in Crisis Contexts is a course that prepares students to write and respond effectively to any crisis situation, a valuable skill in many professional and digital writing jobs. Professor Alan Ackmann gave us insight into what students can expect from the course.
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If you are a new MAWRD student who will take WRD 500 in the Fall, check out our guide about what to expect from WRD 500: Proseminar, which will be taught by Professor Julie Bokser in Fall 2020.
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As we continue to adapt to the times, WRD administrators and instructors share their insights on the transition to online learning.
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