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Harness the Power of the Written Word
Our Professional Writing major prepares students for diverse writing careers, including news writing, business writing, blogging, and writing for media. You'll also gain skills in design, photography, and web management. At SAU, you'll develop a thoughtful, ethical understanding of communication and learn to write clearly and effectively, opening doors to various career fields after graduation.
Key Courses
Students in the Professional Writing program will learn how to write for various mediums for short and long written copy. This program will prepare students to pursue a variety of careers where they can use their written skills in journalism, script writing, editing, or marketing.
School of Communication, Media, and Fine Arts
At the School of Communication, Media, and Fine Arts, students cultivate creativity and curiosity to perfect their craft. From media production and journalism to theatre, graphic design, and more, this school is a vibrant hub for those who want to communicate ideas with clarity and impact on stage, on screen, and in society.
What our students say about the Professional Writing program
“Being a lover of school and literary works, I ultimately decided to be a part of the Professional Writing program at SAU. Beyond learning the fundamentals of my field like editing and publishing, I also learned specific skills like how to write for specific demographics like children. Experienced professors like Prof. Wally Metts have really helped expand on the knowledge I have which I believe are equipping me with the connections and expertise to excel in my future career.”
Graci Reeder, Class of 2028Career Pathways
Where Our Alumni Work
Our alumni have vast connections and are spread out throughout the country. These are some of the notable companies where our alumni work.
