W103 is an introductory course in the writing of poetry and of
fiction; students will study the basic techniques, approaches, and
subjects of the two genres, and read extensively in them as well.
The course is designed for those students who do not necessarily have
experience in creative writing, but who desire to learn more about
it; W103 is also the usual prerequisite for other creative writing
offerings.  The major requirements are examples of the student’s own
fiction and poetry and exercises in the two genres, which will be
turned in to the course’s Ais on a more or less weekly basis.
Generally, students will complete four or five poems and revisions of
their poems, one or two short stories, and various exercises which
the AIs will also assign.  Students will also attend weekly lectures
on craft, on technique, and on reading assignments from the
anthologies.  Midterm and final exams.