• Professional Writing Program – Course Handout
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According to a survey by the Association of American Colleges and Universities, 93% of employers seek in their future colleagues a demonstrated capacity to

• think critically,
• communicate clearly,
• solve complex problems.

Employers also noted that they wanted a stronger focus on written communication skills at the college level.

The courses offered by Longwood’s Professional Writing Program are well suited to help you address the needs of employers in various professional contexts.

Choose a concentration or minor in Professional Writing at Longwood and gain a competitive edge that pairs well with all majors! Our students

1. study the rhetorical foundations of written communication as applied to a variety of texts ranging from speeches to digital media;
2. learn how to create professional texts for a range of audiences and stakeholders.

The “Minor in Professional Writing” can be declared by all Longwood students. The “Concentration” is available for Longwood’s English majors.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Haazel Elif Guler, Professional Writing Coordinator

Email: gulere[at]longwood.edu