This class is about writing, academic inquiry, and language as both a form of power-making and seeing others via one’s use of language, primarily through writing. Effective arguments stem from well­-formulated questions, and academic essays allow writers to gain a deeper understanding of the questions that they are exploring. In this course, you will learn to create complex, analytic, well­-supported arguments that matter in academic contexts. The course will also hone your critical thinking and reading skills. Working closely with your peers and instructor, you will develop your essays through workshops and extensive revision. Our course readings will cover a variety of genres and serve as models or prompts for assigned essays. The specific questions that you pursue in your essays will be guided by your interests.