ENGL - English

ENGL 1311 Skillful Reading

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 450 on the SAT Critical Reading or below 18 on the ACT Reading placement will be in ENG1312. 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.

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ENGL 1312 Skillful Writing

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 450 on the SAT Writing or below 18 on the ACT Writing, placement will be ENG1311. 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.

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ENGL 1321 Rhetoric & Composition I

Students will be introduced to the rhetorical triangle and the writing process as they write a serious 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 1312 or appropriate score on placement test.

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ENGL 1322 Rhetoric & Composition II

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: ENGL 1321.

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ENGL 2321 British Literature to 1785

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.

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ENGL 2322 British Literature since 1785

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

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ENGL 2330 Introduction to World Masterpieces

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.

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ENGL 2340 Principles of Literature

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.

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ENGL 2350 Analysis of Popular Literature

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.

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ENGL 2360 Religion and Literature

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.

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ENGL 2370 Literature and Social Consciousness

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.  

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ENGL 2380 Honors Literature

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.
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ENGL 3100 Introduction to the English Major

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.

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ENGL 3321 American Literature to 1890

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

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ENGL 3322 American Literature since 1890

Survey of the major American writers and representative selections after 1890. Prerequisite: ENGL 1321, 1322, and two 2000-level English courses. . (Offered Fall, Spring, & Summer II)

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ENGL 3323 World Literature

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

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ENGL 3324 Classical Influences

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. Trip fee. Prerequisites: ENGL 1321, 1322 and two 2000-level ENGL courses.

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ENGL 3332 Studies in Literary Periods & Genres

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, 2321, 2322.

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ENGL 3333 Studies in Major Authors

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.

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ENGL 3335 Contemporary Global Literature

This course provides a cross-cultural survey of 20th and 21st-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.

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ENGL 4190 Independent Learning

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.

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ENGL 4191 Seminar

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.

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ENGL 4200 Capstone to the English Major

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.

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ENGL 4290 Independent Learning

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.

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ENGL 4291 Seminar

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.

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ENGL 4321 Shakespeare

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.

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ENGL 4331 Chaucer

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

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ENGL 4332 Milton

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

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ENGL 4341 Literary Theory and Criticism

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: ENGL 1321, 1322, 2321, and 2322.

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ENGL 4390 Independent Learning

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.

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ENGL 4391 Seminar

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.

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ENGL 4490 Independent Learning

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.

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ENGL 4491 Seminar

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.

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