Writing About Our Families
Writing About Our Families
WRITING 721.5E
Explore how to write about your family, from those you know well to ancestors you've never met.
Duration
As few as 1 day
Units
0.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
$0
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Talk through issues like determining who gets to tell a story and why
Learn research skills to help you uncover information when little is known
Complete in-class writing exercises to practice skills introduced in class
Get a jumpstart on writing family narratives with advice from an experienced guide
About This Course
Nothing is more fulfilling, fascinating, or fraught than the prospect of writing about ourselves and our families. If you have a story to tell based on the people in your life, this class will help you navigate the ins and outs of "who gets to tell the story,” what to do when little information is known, and how to get started with writing family narratives. Includes in-class writing exercises.
Fall 2025 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
Saturday 12:00PM - 1:30PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
404798
Live Online
UCLA X Open
Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Dec 6, 2025
12:00PM PT - 1:30PM PT
UCLA X Open
Winter 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
Saturday 12:00PM - 1:30PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
405781
Live Online
UCLA X Open
Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Feb 7, 2026
12:00PM PT - 1:30PM PT
UCLA X Open
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