Introduction to dramatic screenplay writing for television and film, focusing on story concept, structure, character, dialogue, and visual storytelling.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.46 GPA, 78.6% A/AB (n=42 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.41 GPA, 75.6% A/AB (n=41 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.49 GPA, 82.1% A/AB (n=39 letter grades).
Capstone workshop where students take key production roles in short narrative or TV pilot projects, focusing on department head responsibilities and cinematic design.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.83 GPA, 94.4% A/AB (n=18 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.72 GPA, 77.8% A/AB (n=18 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.69 GPA, 77.8% A/AB (n=18 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
Advanced level project under the direction of faculty member e.g., independent reading with research paper, production project, or member of research team. Graded on a credit/no credit basis.
Directed Study is an advanced level project under faculty direction, such as independent reading with a research paper, production project, or membership on a research team.