Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies
The Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies (RWS) was founded on the belief that rhetorical study and advanced literacy are essential, not just for academic and professional success, but for full participation in a diverse, knowledge-driven, democratic society. At SDSU RWS, we prepare students to think critically, communicate powerfully, and engage deeply with the world.Ideas Begin. Arguments Take Flight. Engage Here.
Explore Our Programs
Across the department, we feature small classes and personalized instruction delivered by knowledgeable faculty dedicated to helping students become excellent writers, critical thinkers, communicators, collaborators, and composers and interpreters of a wide variety of texts. We help facilitate the school-to-job transition for our majors and minors through a personalized internship program that places students in an array of organizational settings.
Most San Diego State undergraduate students enroll in at least one writing course in RWS, and many take more. In addition to our General Education writing courses, we offer:
Opportunities for Students
The center promotes student success with writing across the university. The center tutors work with students from all disciplines to develop their writing and broaden their understanding of audience, genre, language, and context.
The program embeds successful undergraduate and graduate writers in Rhetoric and/or Linguistic courses to support students in becoming critical and reflective writers through an enriched collaborative learning experience.
The program offers opportunities for financial support and teaching experience to graduate students. TAs are hired to teach lower-division general education writing classes.
Contact Us
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4452
Storm Hall West, Room 141
619-594-6515
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