Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media, BA

Location

New York City

Associated College

Create Your Own Seat at the Table

The BA in Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media is an interdisciplinary writing major offering courses and experiences in the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences' departments of English and Film and Screen Studies, and Sands College's Performing Arts. You will generate new work continuously, helping you to develop a disciplined, self-regulated writing process, culminating with the creation of a writing portfolio to ready you for the next step into a professional career as a writer in film, television, theater, and media, with a focus on stories promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Breaking Down Barriers

Cross traditional disciplinary boundaries with courses in a variety of writing and media-related genres that promote authentic dialogue about diversity and embrace the complexity of underlying social and historical issues.
Introduce yourself to new methods of educating and training that are needed to amplify largely unheard voices and disrupt the traditionally white-centered, heteronormative, and culturally narrow centers of power that control the entertainment industry.

Take Courses Like...

: Unpacking Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in American Entertainment
: Introduction to Critical Race Theory and Ethnicity Studies

��’s innovative, cutting edge curriculum is academically and experientially compelling and relevant to meet the demands of today’s aspiring artists.

You will participate in a full complement of guest lectures, workshops, and special events by industry leaders that support your professional development.

Opportunities and Experiences

Internships with artistic and creative organizations that match your career interests in the writing arena.
Access to industry opportunities
Gain hands-on experience through internships with affiliated nonprofit organizations, helping ensure that you graduate with the skills and experience that translate into meaningful employment in theater and media arts.

Choose Your Career

As a graduate of this major, you will be positioned to start your career as a writer in film, television, theater, and media with a focus on stories promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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S. Brian Jones

Assistant Dean of Diversity and Equity in the Arts and Program Director

bjones4@pace.edu

Success Stories

Cambria Kylinn Martin ’24

As a first-generation Mexican-American and college student who has always been fascinated by film and theater, Cambria Kylinn Martin '24 is relishing the opportunity to explore identity and intersectionality through the Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media program.

Cambria's Story

A’ishah Muhammad ’25

As a member of the pilot program for the Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media major, A'ishah Muhammad '25 is excited at how the program is continuing to grow, welcoming more voices and perspectives into their writers' room.

A'ishah's Story

Dreana Henry ’26

Dreana Henry '26 is among the first students to come to �� specifically to major in Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media. She's fully embracing the industry connections she's already made, while looking forward to pursuing more opportunities the program—and New York City overall—have to offer.

Dreana's Story

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