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Book Publishing Specialization

Book Publishing Specialization

The Book Publishing industry hosts many exciting career options for anyone who has ever dreamt about being an author or editor-in-chief, a publicist, marketer, entrepreneur or a sales executive. York University’s Book Publishing Specialization offers the unique opportunity for students to gain practical knowledge on the book publishing industry and the various roles within it. […]

Five PRWR/ENPR Students Win Dean’s Award for Research Excellence

Five PRWR/ENPR Students Win Dean’s Award for Research Excellence

We are very proud to announce that five of our students won the Dean’s Award for Research Excellence (DARE). Congratulations to Matteo Cerilli, Sophie Corbiere, Royce Luu, Faridah Mazhar, and Yuwai Brian Wong! In 2023, DARE was awarded to only 45 undergraduate students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional (LA&PS) students. Each winner […]

Existere - Journal of Arts and Literature

Existere - Journal of Arts and Literature

Existere – Journal of Arts and Literature welcomes all students with an interest in the Professional Writing Program to join the Existere editorial team in the submission selection and publication process of this world-class literary publication. Producing two issues per year, Existere showcases the best in literary and art submissions from all over the world. […]

Our Research

Our Research

Our Writing Department faculty members are among the leading voices in the field. Through journal contributions, case studies, essays, edited works and poems, their impactful research embodies the interdisciplinary spirit of academics within LA&PS, and across York University. Browse below for examples of their work. Quick Links Our Faculty Find a Prof Writing Centre Student […]

Course Projects

Course Projects

In the Professional Writing Program, you will experience the types of practices, projects, and activities that professional writers perform, by applying the concepts and theories you’re studying to real world challenges. In every course, you’ll engage in guided practical experiences that bring workplace issues into the classroom through guest speakers, simulations, case study analysis, or […]

PWSA Annual Symposium

PWSA Annual Symposium

Every year, the Professional Writing Students' Association (PWSA) invites you to participate in a themed symposium. At these events, students can present their ideas, reflect on their personal experiences and network with peers. Read below for more details on upcoming events and recaps on previous years. Quick Links Professional Writing Students' Association Fourth-Year Capstone Courses […]

Capstone Courses

Capstone Courses

The Professional Writing Program culminates with fully experiential capstone courses that provide students with the opportunity to connect the theories of rhetoric, composition and writing that they have engaged with throughout the program to community-based projects. By collaborating with colleagues, clients, and instructors, students also gain the interpersonal and communication skills essential to the leadership, […]

Jan Rehner Prize for Writing

Jan Rehner Prize for Writing

The Jan Rehner Prize for Writing was created in honour of Professor Jan Rehner, a long-time member of York University’s Writing Department. For many years, Professor Rehner has introduced and inspired students to the study of writing, teaching students at all year levels. A University-wide AND a National 3M award teaching winner, her careful, thoughtful […]