The CWE coordinates six types of programs and their related courses:

  • The Undergraduate Writing Programconsists of Expository Writing Courses such as first-year composition (English 101), sophomore composition (English 102), and Advanced Composition (English 201).
  • The Creative Writing Program consists of courses in fiction, nonfiction and poetry. The department currently offers an undergraduate major concentration in Creative Writing, a minor in Creative Writing, and an MFA in Creative Writing.
  • The Professional Writing Program offers courses in writing for business, industry and science. We currently offer a minor/concentration for undergraduates and an MA in Professional Writing and Editing.
  • The Distance Writing Program offers a selection of online expository and professional writing courses for adult learners who may be constrained by time or geographic distance.
  • The WVU Writing Center's mission is to help students become better writers. It exists to help students succeed by providing a supportive environment where students can develop knowledge, reflect on their work and build confidence.