The UConn First-Year Writing (FYW) Program prepares students to become versatile writers, setting them up for success in college and beyond.
About First-Year Writing
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.
By the Numbers
100+
Sections of ENGL 1007 offered per semester
20
Average class size
~5.2k
Students enroll in first-year writing courses per year
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Course Placement
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Classroom Activities
First-year writing students learn by doing and engage in hands-on experiences.
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Blog
2024 Conference on the Teaching of Writing
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
[Read More]Assistant Professor in Residence Position Open
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 […]
[Read More]Ask @UConnFYW: Letters of Recommendation
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 […]
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