In this compressed introduction to composition, students develop skills in reading and argument through practice, guidance, and collaborative learning. In addition to reading texts critically, writing frequently, and completing several major assignments, students work on their writing in small group settings. Writing assignments include literary analysis and researched arguments using library sources. Grade of C required to pass. Prerequisite: placement. WCI, IL

Students in this practicum experience work collaboratively to create Viterbo's journal of first-year writing, Backspace. Through working on this project, students build skills in professional communication, editing, and document and magazine design. Required for first-year English majors but open to English minors as well. May not be repeated for credit.