ENC 4311 - Fall 2025 - Roberts

In this course, we explore forms of nonfiction: journalism, personal essays, and investigative writing to acquaint you with the possibilities of the genre. We will do exercises in reporting, researching and writing, learning how to use prose to create a picture, make an argument, explore the deep regions of the self, all without making anything up!

At the end of the semester, you will turn in a portfolio which includes all writing exercises, drafts, and revisions.

Writing requires discipline and application to the craft–as well as talent. You will not get an A for effort alone. This is an advanced course which requires advanced work.

Our goal is to produce two essays, 12-16 pages of polished writing.