English 111, Composition and Rhetoric, is a writing course focused on principles and practices of rhetoric and composition useful for producing writing that is effective for its purpose, audience, and ...

First-year students in a required English composition class at the University of Delaware have gone far beyond the basic description of the introductory course, writing essays arguing for social ...

College composition isn’t just about turning in papers—it’s about learning to think critically, communicate with purpose, and adapt your voice for different audiences. From crafting thesis statements ...

Editor’s note: First-year students, prospective students (and some of their parents) wonder and worry how they will handle the academic transition from high school to college. In a series of stories, ...

Cal State Los Angeles freshman Jorge Pivaral was not surprised that a placement exam he took last year showed he needed help writing at a college level. After all, in his Los Angeles high school ...

A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples. A program that ...