In WR 324 students will further develop their understanding of the elements of narrative (plot, point of view, characterization, setting, tone, metaphor, subtext, etc.) both as writer and reader; engage in a range of writing exercises and assignments to develop authentic voice and material for their own short fiction; become more sophisticated readers of both peers' stories, and the stories of contemporary authors; and hone critical skills, both written and oral. Requirements include three short writing assignments, a short story, analyses of two readings, regular quizzes on the readings, and a group presentation. Students will also participate in small group workshops, and write reviews of their peers' stories. The instructor will meet with each student for a conference at least once during the term.
Susan Rodgers
Associate Professor of English and Creative Writing (Prose)
Oregon State University
Moreland 344
2550 SW Jefferson Way
Corvallis,
OR
97331 USA
Tel:
541-737-1658
Email contact form
Research
Susan Jackson Rodgers’ teaching and research interests include the craft of the short story, the coming-of-age narrative, and the linked short-story collection. She is the author of two books of stories: Ex-Boyfriend on Aisle 6 (2012) and The Trouble With You Is (2004), which won the Mid-List Press First Series Award for Short Fiction. Her stories have appeared in journals such as New England Review, Prairie Schooner, Glimmer Train, Quick Fiction, Beloit Fiction Journal, StoryQuarterly, and North American Review. She received her B.A. from Bowdoin College, her M.A. from Kansas State University, and her M.F.A. from the Bennington College Writing Seminars. Her website is www.susanjacksonrodgers.com.
Facebook