The ability to write well, to speak effectively in public, and to think critically are among the most valuable skills for life in a globalized world. The minor in writing, public speaking, and critical reasoning (WSCR) offers students a coherent program of courses that will strengthen their abilities in all three essential areas.
What You Can Do with a WSCR Minor
The WSCR minor prepares undergraduates for active and effective participation in the complex, diverse, and ever-changing communicative situations they will face after graduation. Our students have gone on to work at:
- Newspapers and magazines
- Broadcast media companies
- Publishing companies
- Marketing and advertising agencies
- Legal and paralegal services
How WSCR Enhances Your Career
"Students who are completing the coursework for the minor are getting a leg up in practicing the important skills that will help them not just in their careers, but help them take action in their communities. It's an amazing program for any student from any area of study or major."
—Emily Simnitt, WSCR director
Our Degree Program
The University of Oregon offers an undergraduate minor in writing, public speaking, and critical reasoning.
Learn from Experts in the Field
This interdisciplinary minor is built on courses in English, writing, and philosophy, and is taught by professors from English, Philosophy, and the Clark Honors College.
Scholarships and Funding
Students in the WSCR program can seek funding through the College of Arts and Sciences, which awards various scholarships both to incoming students and to those already attending the UO.
Academic Support
Need help planning your next steps? Students minoring in WSCR can consult our program director or seek support from the Tykeson College and Career Advising team.
