Minor: Writing, Public Speaking, and Critical Reasoning
(WSCR)

The ability to write well, to speak effectively in public, and to think critically are among the most valuable skills for life in a globalized world. The minor in Writing, Public Speaking, and Critical Reasoning offers students a coherent program of courses that will strengthen their abilities in all three of these essential areas. This interdisciplinary minor is built on courses in English, Writing, and Philosophy and is taught by professors from English, Philosophy, and the Honors College. The WSCR minor prepares undergraduates for active and effective participation in the complex, diverse, and ever-changing communicative situations they will face after graduation.

 
TOP FIVE

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REASONS TO STUDY Writing, Public Speaking, and Critical Reasoning
  1. Build skills in writing and critical reasoning.

  2. Become an informed and engaged global citizen.

  3. Learn to communicate and collaborate across cultures.

  4. Enjoy interactive courses taught in small class sizes.

  5. Study and explore across disciplinary boundaries.

Writing, Public Speaking, and Critical Reasoning

College of Arts and Sciences
541-346-3911
english.uoregon.edu

 
COURSES YOU
MAY NEED

     

MINOR CREDITS

Required       8 credits
Electives       16 credits


Total       24 credits

WHERE CAN I GO? WHAT WILL I LEARN? MAJORS COMMONLY
COMBINED WITH:
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