ENGL - English

Designed to improve literal, critical, and affective comprehension of college-level reading materials. Includes study skills and test-taking techniques. If the student scores below 500 on the SAT Critical Reading or below 19 on the ACT Reading, placement will be in ENGL 0310.  In order to appeal that placement, the student must take a current placement test in English.  That test score will be used to determine placement. May not be taken once student has passed ENGL 1321. Does not count toward fulfilling English requirements in Academic Foundation nor any degree credit.

Study of the nature and uses of English. Detailed study of the grammar of English with emphasis on the student’s ability to construct correct and effective sentences and paragraphs. Much practice in writing. If the student scores below 500 on the SAT Writing or below 19 on the ACT Writing, placement will be ENGL 0320.  In order to appeal that placement, the student must take a current placement test in English.  That test score will be used to determine placement. May not be taken once student has passed ENGL 1321. Does not count toward fulfilling English requirements in Academic Foundation nor any degree credit.

Students will be introduced to the rhetorical triangle and the writing process as they write a series of original essays. Students will explore various modes and aims of writing as the work through invention, planning, drafting, getting feedback, revising, editing, and proofreading. At the end of the semester, students should be able to create a thesis and adequately support it with a well-structured essay written in a clear coherent, and concrete style and present it to an audience either orally or in written form. Prerequisite: A grade of a "C" or higher in ENGL 0320 or appropriate score on placement test.

This course will introduce students to some of the history of rhetoric and the role it plays in civilization. The students will learn to apply an argumentative model in both analyses and composition of arguments. A variety of readings will allow the students the opportunity to think critically about the world and their relationship with it. The students will write essays which explore their own thinking and produce and argument that conveys their understanding. Prerequisite: A grade of a "C" or higher in ENGL 1321.

Survey of the development of British literature from its beginnings to 1785. Careful study of representative selections and development of types. Prerequisite: ENGL 1321, 1322.

A continuation of English 2321, a survey of the development of British literature from 1785 to the present. Prerequisite: ENGL 1321 and 1322.

This course is a historical survey introducing the literary and religious masterworks of great world civilizations. The course envisions cultural heritage on a world scale; the readings demonstrate that texts, in a variety of genres, come about through conquest, trade, discovery, the spread of faith and learning, and the crossing of global boundaries. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and 1322.

This course explores ancient Greek, ancient and Medieval Italian, and New Testament texts in order to determine how these cultures continue to affect not only current literature but also modern thought and culture. During the semester of the course, students will conduct a study abroad trip in order to gain insight and perspective on these cultures. Offered only during the semester of the Study Abroad Experience. Trip Fee. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and ENGL 1322.

Students will read selected fiction, poetry, and drama in order to develop an understanding of the way in which literature functions. The course will explore the basics of literary analysis by requiring multiple levels of reading as well as differing interpretations of the various texts. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and 1322.

This course will argue that key pieces of "popular" literature are not only entertaining but also important to literary study. A primary focus will investigate why popular literature and the "literary" canon are often at odds with each other. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and 1322.

A study of works of literature with religious importance and themes, creative and nonfiction, spanning various time periods and genres. The course provides a focused and in-depth study of different aspects of literary and religious developments in England, America, and the World. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and 1322.

This course aims to foster appreciation and understanding of the content of literature as an examination of human experiences and values. Readings from a variety of genres will illustrate a wide range of cultures, experiences, and perspectives. The course will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of contemporary ideas and events by analyzing a current world issue(s) in societies, cultures, and/or geographic locations beyond the United States. Prerequisites: 1321 and 1322.  

An in-depth exploration of literature employing literary devices and critical analysis. The courses will focus on a central them, genre, author, or topic. The goal of the course is seeing literature as means of thinking critically about, becoming globally aware of, and civically engaging with the world and each student’s place in it. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321 and ENGL 1322.

An overview of the study of English, the English major, and related professions and careers and opportunities for graduate study. Students will be introduced to the portfolio required for all majors. Students should take this course at the beginning of their work in the major. Course fee.

Survey of the major American writers and representative selections from colonial times to 1890. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English courses. .

Survey of the major American writers and representative selections after 1890. Prerequisite: ENGL 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English courses. .

A survey of world literature in translation. Prerequisites: 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English Courses.

A study of specific literary periods and/or genres, such as (but not limited to) Modern literature (poetry drama, or fiction), Romantic or Victorian literature and Medieval literature. The course provides a focused and in-depth study of different aspects of literary developments in England, America, or the World. With approval of the department chair, this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite: ENGL 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English Courses.

A careful study of an individual author or a select group of authors through which students will learn to apply the tools of critical analysis. With approval of the department chair this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English courses.

This course provides a cross-cultural survey of 20^th and 21^st-Century multi-ethnic literature from the United States and a variety of other countries. The course explores several genres-including the short story, novel, poetry, drama and film, and critical essays-by analyzing their themes and literary style and by situating them within their historical and cultural contexts in order to provide insight to multiple cultures and their viewpoints. Prerequisites: 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English courses.

An independent study open to Juniors and Seniors only, directed by a full-time faculty member in the Department of English. Courses must be proposed by the student in writing to the faculty member directing the study and approved by the department chairperson and dean of the school. ENGL 4190-4490 is not to be taken in place of existing courses. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

A study of a selected literary topic. With approval of the department chair, this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

A course designed to allow students to demonstrate the skills and knowledge acquired in their work as English majors. This demonstration will involve three levels of assessment. First, students must make a public demonstration of their mastery in a presentation of their work. Second, students must submit a portfolio deemed acceptable by the department committee. Third, students must complete exams for certification or entry into a selected graduate program of study. As a capstone, this course is required of all majors and must be taken during the student's final semester of work.

An independent study open to Juniors and Seniors only, directed by a full-time faculty member in the Department of English. Courses must be proposed by the student in writing to the faculty member directing the study and approved by the department chairperson and dean of the school. ENGL 4190-4490 is not to be taken in place of existing courses. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

A study of a selected literary topic. With approval of the department chair, this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

Study of representative comedies, histories and tragedies by William Shakespeare. Parallel readings of other plays, poems, and criticism. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

Study of Geoffrey Chaucer's major works, in Middle English, with emphasis on The Canterbury Tales. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

Study of John Milton's life and works, with emphasis on Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

Study of methods and materials of literary research and interpretation. Introduction to major contemporary theories. Emphasis on "close reading" of literary texts in their historical contexts. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

An independent study open to Juniors and Seniors only, directed by a full-time faculty member in the Department of English. Courses must be proposed by the student in writing to the faculty member directing the study and approved by the department chairperson and dean of the school. ENGL 4190-4490 is not to be taken in place of existing courses. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

A study of a selected literary topic. With approval of the department chair, this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

An independent study open to Juniors and Seniors only, directed by a full-time faculty member in the Department of English. Courses must be proposed by the student in writing to the faculty member directing the study and approved by the department chairperson and dean of the school. ENGL 4190-4490 is not to be taken in place of existing courses. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.

A study of a selected literary topic. With approval of the department chair, this course may be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite: Two ENGL 3000-level courses-excluding 3100.