13.1 Why does college writing matter after college?

You may still think that College Writing classes are not for you because you know that you do not want to be an English teacher, author, or journalist. However, no matter what career you pursue, writing will still be a big part of it. Whether you’re drafting emails, creating reports, applying for jobs, or advocating for change in your community, strong writing skills help you communicate clearly, think critically, and make a lasting impression.

This chapter provides sections written by your instructors here at CSU to help you see how writing connects to the outside world of acdemic and transfers into your careers.

One section highlights how the First-Year Writing Program helps prepare you for your future careers (Nelson-Hronek) while another looks at “turning journalism into a career” (Morgan) and explores the different types of journalism out there.