We are awash in buzzwords that speak to wellbeing: Wellness. Self-care. Growth Mindset. Personal Growth. Mindfulness. Intentional Living. So what, exactly, does it take to find a sense of wellness today and what role might writing practice, research, and theory play? How, for whom, and under what conditions might people experience writing for wellness—and how might we leverage such insight for the public good more broadly? Readings will draw from writing studies, education, psychology, disability studies, and other areas. We’ll undertake autoethnographic or other forms of self-study research, write reflectively, compose reviews, present research, and consider issues related to writing and pedagogy.
Class Time: Tues & Thurs, 12:00-1:20 pm (Onsite and Zoom options)
Instructor: Dr. T J Geiger II
