PWR Notations
The Program in Writing and Rhetoric offers notations in cultural rhetorics and science communication.
A Notation is a designation that appears on your transcript indicating your advanced work in rhetoric and communication. It is like a minor but allows more latitude in completing the required work and focuses on an interdisciplinary ePortfolio rather than a high number of additional courses.
Click on the cards below to learn more about each notation program.

Notation in Cultural Rhetorics
Consider the ways that language, rhetoric, and ideas operate across cultures and traditions
How do students earn a Notation?
To earn the official "Notation" designation on their transcript, students complete a focused program that combines coursework, advising and a capstone ePortfolio.
Applications are currently open for both the NCR and NSC, and due May 23rd at 5PM!
Upcoming and Recent Events

Downloadathon 2025!
Come learn how to archive the web content that matters to you and your communities at Stanford and beyond! At this joint NCR and NSC event, we'll talk about the incredible tools of the Internet Archive and Wayback Machine (with our Notation ePortfolios in mind), and practice preserving at-risk digital materials. Pizza and baked goods provided!
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