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ENG304: Creative Nonfiction
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Taking three writing workshop courses is a requirement for us Writing and Applied Arts Majors. One of our options is a Creative Nonfiction workshop, but if you’re anything like me, Nonfiction in general is not particularly a genre you get excited about. At least, that is how I felt prior to taking this Creative Nonfiction…
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What’s the Difference Between Majoring in English or Writing and Applied Arts?
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Here at UW-GB, there are many different programs and opportunities presented to people who love all things reading and writing. There is no shortage of programs, opportunities, and events to attend in relation to reading and writing. I remember one thing that confused me though, when first applying to UW-GB, was the difference between majoring…
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Interview with a Designer: Emily Heling
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As BFA Writing and English majors, we are often more concerned with the manuscript when it comes to book production. You might’ve been drawn into the publishing industry because of all the stages of editing and proofreading. There is, however, an essential step in book production that we often overlook due to our obsession with…
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How to Get More Involved as an English Major at UW-GB
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A lot of being an English major is working through solo assignments and writing projects, and if any of you are anything like me, you know that sometimes this can feel a bit isolating. One great way to combat this is by actively looking for ways to get involved within the English community here at…
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Top Classes That Go Towards a Writing and Applied Arts B.F.A
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With the semester coming to a close I wanted to put out more information about the B.F.A (Bachelor of Fine Arts) program for anyone who may be interested. I’ll be sharing my favorite classes that I’ve taken that count towards the degree and why I loved them so much. If any of these classes…
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Why You Should Consider an Internship This Summer
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Dear English and Writing and Applied Arts majors, Summer is approaching fast and so is the promise of longer days, a break from academics, and for many, a chance to cash in more hours at work. With all of this in mind, this is a reminder to not rule internships out this season. Though it…
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Small Bookstores of Wisconsin
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If you’re like me and want to shop locally whenever possible, you are always on the lookout for new places to search for books. Wisconsin has some wonderful small business bookstores for both new and used books if you know where to look. I’ve compiled my personal favorite bookstores from the Milwaukee and Sheboygan areas…
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Jobs You Can Get With a Writing and Applied Arts BFA
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Not sure whether or not you’re a good candidate for Writing and Applied Arts? This post is for you! This week we’re diving into what a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) consists of and what you can get with that degree. What is a Writing and Applied Arts BFA? A Bachelor of Fine Arts is…
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Student Spotlight: Serenity Block
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Serenity Block (UWGB ‘23) has always loved writing. She knew from as young as elementary school that she wanted to be an author, but when college came around the corner, she looked for opportunities that could provide more than one writing route. The Writing and Applied Arts BFA at the University of Wisconsin – Green…
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Interview with Published Poet: Casey Thayer
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I dream about getting published. Recently, my internship handed me the opportunity to step out of my dream and think about the reality of becoming a published author. Now I ask, “Would it be possible for me to get published?” The answer to this question has become clearer and my optimism has skyrocketed after I…