All UConn undergraduate students must take a first-year writing course as part of their general education requirements. The First-Year Writing Program administers these courses, trains instructors, and develops new teaching methods.
We offer first-year seminars in composition and studio sessions that promote active learning and collaboration. Our courses emphasize the development of writing across disciplines. Students get exposure to different writing styles and platforms, from traditional to new digital media.
UConn First-Year Writing presents the 19th annual Conference on the Teaching of Writing Counterstories, Co-Conspirators, and Composition Saturday, April 20, 2024 University of Connecticut Storrs, Connecticut
The Department of English at the University of Connecticut invites applications for one position teaching first-year writing at the rank of Assistant Professor in Residence, renewable annually based on funding and performance. This position will begin on August 23, 2024, and will be located at the UConn Storrs campus. Click to learn more about the […]
During the spring semester, FYW began a new social media initiative called Ask @UConnFYW to create a space for informal dialogue and information exchange across our community. Our first post solicited questions and comments about letters of recommendation. Now, check out responses to those questions from Ellen Carillo, Professor of English and Writing Coordinator at the […]