<p>Could someone talk about what programs or degrees Tulane offers in writing or theater?</p>
<p>I’m interested in this also, specifically theater options or oppurtunities for students not majoring in or taking classes in theater.</p>
<p>Tulane has tons of opportunities for students that enjoy acting or other aspects of theater but don’t want to major in it. It is not like NYU or Yale or other programs that have so many dedicated theater majors that there is really no room for others. Yet they have a strong faculty in this area and quite a storied history in it as well.</p>
<p>As far as writing, it is considered one of Tulane’s stronger departments. There are various paths to focus on, from creative writing to non-fiction to poetry. The degree would be in English, with a concentration in creative writing or whatever. My D is doing creative writing as one of her two (or maybe three) majors and she is quite satisfied so far.</p>
<p>Just to correct fallenchemist, there’s no major in creative writing. You can concentrate in it, meaning you major in English and designate four classes to creative writing.</p>
<p>I’m not sure how strong the program is anymore. Two of the best professors (Beller and Morris) are gone. Beller is gone for the year, Morris is gone forever. The replacements haven’t been rated yet, obviously! Lazar is replacing Morris. Cooley (poetry) is a nice guy but not very harsh with critiques and I personally didn’t get as much out of his poetry class as I got out of the other two classes. </p>
<p>It’s also very difficult to get into the higher classes, which typically cap at 13 students a semester. Once you take the beginning creative writing there’s really no where to go unless you’re really good and know the professor to some degree. You have to mail them and submit samples of your work. Keep in mind you are competing with all grade levels; preference generally goes to seniors. </p>
<p>Not a great system. Many in the department find it frustrating.</p>
<p>LOL, I don’t mind being corrected but…
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<p>You are right it is competitive for slots, but I am not sure that is a bad thing. Hard to say anymore, with the publishing industry changing so much. Anyway, she had a visiting prof for her creative writing class that seemed pretty good. I thought there was also an advanced class, but I suppose the main thing is to just write, and write, and write…and as you say get as much feedback as possible.</p>