RPW 440 - Writing for Public Purposes

Exploration of the place nonprofit and public organizations, philanthropy, and social movements occupy in PTW, and the role advocacy has played in the construction of identity for the profession. Focus on rhetorical analysis of public institutions and initiatives, professional development challenges and opportunities that coincide with careers in nonprofit organizations, the ethical responsibilities and legal standards for work in such contexts, and the particular demands of designing information products for these organizations.

Requisites: One General Education Category 10 course (Required, Previous).

Credits:3 cr

Session Cycle: Winter onlyYearly Cycle: Every Year