PUBPOL 521.008: Introduction to Policy Writing

This section meets during the second half of the semester (10/21/19 - 12/11/19).

This course teaches the norms of policy writing to 1st year policy students. Through small workshops, students will analyze approaches to different types of policy writing. They will produce a good deal of writing - and receive detailed criticism - in a relatively short time to facilitate their development. 

Faculty Expert

Molly Spencer

Writing Instructor

Molly Spencer is a writing instructor, the author of two poetry collections, If the House (U. of Wisc. Press) and Hinge (SIU Press), and many essays and book reviews. Prior to her writing career, she worked in public sector project management and legislative relations. She holds degrees in economics, public policy, and writing.