Spring 2025
ESPM 257 001 - SEM 001
Creative Writing in Environmental Science
Christopher J Schell
Class #:28516
Units: 3
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
2
Enrolled: 18
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 20
Waitlist Max: 5
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
2 hours of student-instructor coverage of course materials per week, and 7 hours of outside work hours per week.
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Course Catalog Description
Writing is one of the most compelling skills we learn as environmental scientists and communicators. Yet, the formulaic and monotonous nature of composing scientific peer-reviewed publications can constrain creative and imaginative prose, features of our writing that draw in audiences outside academia. The goal of this graduate seminar is to provide a broad, introductory exploration to creative and environmental science writing. We will explore, discuss, and workshop multiple literary genres – from poetry to creative fiction and nonfiction – as both a means of diversifying our writing craft and improving narrative structure in academic writing.
Class Notes
On March 13, May 1, & May 8 classes will be held in Wellman 306.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
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Associated Sections
None