Summer Course: Creative Expression in Writing

The primary focus is on giving students a skill set to tap into their own creativity. Opportunities for students to explore their creative strengths, develop a vocabulary with which to discuss their own creativity, and experiment with the craft and adventure of their own writing. Students will come out of the course strengthened in their ability to identify and pursue their own creative interests.

The English 9CE course is designed to immerse students in the realm of creative writing through a blend of activities including readings, written exercises, collaboration, conversation, and playful exploration. By engaging with these elements, students will sharpen their awareness of the world around them, learning to respond creatively to the things that pique their interest and stir their emotions. Embracing the ethos of risk-taking and embracing failure as part of the process, students will discover the value of revision as an opportunity for growth.

Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to tap into their own creative impulses, cultivating spontaneity, honing their unique writing voice, and gaining insight into their perspective on the world.

With exposure to multiple genres of creative writing, students will expand their repertoire, experimenting with different forms of expression to translate their thoughts, feelings, and actions into written language. By developing a creative and critical vocabulary, students will not only articulate their own work but also engage thoughtfully with the work of their peers. Ultimately, the course aims to empower students to walk away with a wealth of new material, nurtured in a safe space that fosters experimentation, growth, and creative flourishing.

Details

ENGLISH 9CE

• Class Number: 20558
• Course Cost: $4341.00
• Population: High School, Undergraduate
• Units: 3
• Interest Area: Writing and Public Speaking
• Course Format & Length: In-Person, 8 weeks
• Instructors: Ekiss, K.

Events and Engagement

Workshops

Hosted through the Summer Academic Resource Center (SARC), we offer a variety of educational workshops to complement your academic pursuits. Presenters varying from Stanford affiliates, community partners, and graduate tutors will cover a wide range of topics from academic skills to career exploration. Past workshops included college preparedness, software exploration, and building your professional network.

Stanford Spaces

Explore the intellectual ecosystem of the Stanford campus. Tour museums like the Cantor Arts Center, visit unique campus spaces like the d.school, Frost Amphitheater, and O’Donohue Family Farm, and get to know the unique community of companies and innovators that gather at Stanford Research Park.

Stanford Voices

These small gatherings give you an opportunity to connect with Stanford faculty, fellows, and alumni to hear about their work or research, as well as the road that brought them there. Ask questions and continue your intellectual exploration—whether you're taking a course on the topic this summer or just curious.