Open only to freshmen. Not open to those with credit for FRST 1101 College Writing. Open only to students who have fulfilled the basic skills competency requirement. Writing course (W1). Rhetoric and Composition is an introductory-level writing course designed to improve writing, researching and critical thinking skills. Students write in a variety of rhetorical modes to different audiences. The course stresses writing as a means of learning, as well as communication and often emphasizes collaborative learning through peer critiquing. Facility: Staff