Writing, Rhetoric, and Technology Minor
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Minor in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technology?
Enhance Your Communication Skills with UMBC’s Writing, Rhetoric, and Technology Minor, blending writing expertise with technological fluency.
The Writing, Rhetoric, and Technology Minor at UMBC is tailored for students who wish to excel in written communication across various contexts, from academic and professional settings to digital platforms. This program provides a robust foundation in writing theory and practice, emphasizing how writing functions rhetorically to persuade and inform. Courses cover diverse genres and technologies, teaching students how to adapt their writing to different purposes and audiences. By exploring the intersections of writing and technology, students gain valuable skills in digital literacy, critical thinking, and ethical communication. This minor prepares you to meet the growing demand for proficient writers in the workforce and to engage effectively in civic and community life.
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and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
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Albin O. Kuhn Library
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410-455-2292
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