English
The English program develops sound technical and creative writing skills and prepares students for teaching English in the elementary and secondary schools or for graduate study in literature or professional disciplines such as law and medicine. In addition, it serves to polish the skills necessary for careers in print and broadcast journalism.
Good written communication skills are vitally important to any professional person. Literature, also, is basic to an understanding of culture. Many students who contemplate professional careers seek an English major or minor.
A senior thesis will be required in the major. The thesis may be developed out of one or more courses in the major or produced through a Special Topics course at the 450 level.
Major in English
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Credits
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| ENG 125 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| ENG 209 | American Literature I |
3
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| ENG 210 | American Literature II |
3
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| ENG 211 | English Literature I |
3
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| ENG 212 |
English Literature II |
3
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| ENG 330 |
Shakespeare |
3
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Electives in English |
15 | |
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Total |
33
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Hours
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| ENG 209 | American Literature I |
3
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| ENG 210 | American Literature II |
3
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| ENG 211 | English Literature I |
3
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| ENG 212 |
English Literature II |
3
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Electives in English |
9 | |
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Total |
21
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ENG 081 English 101 Workshop 1 credit
ENG 082 English 201 Workshop 1 credit
ENG 083 English 202 Workshop 1 credit
ENG 084 English 203 Workshop 1 credit
The workshops are offered in conjunction with English 101, 201, 202 and 203 respectively and are designed for students who need further instruction and assistance in a small group setting.
ENG 091 Reading for Critical Comprehension 3 credits
This course provides instruction and practice in reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Students may be assigned into this course based on the Accuplacer Computerized Placement test results and high school transcripts. Other students desiring additional help may also register for the course.
ENG 095 Foundations of English 3 credits
This course is designed for students who demonstrate a need for help in written composition. Students may be assigned into this course based on the Accuplacer Computerized Placement test results and high school transcripts. This course does not fulfill the general education requirement in English.
ENG 101 Basic Composition 3 credits
The study and practice of expository writing, with narrative and descriptive compositions assigned regularly. Emphasis is on the development of sound understanding of rhetorical principles. This course does not apply toward an English major or minor. Must be taken before ENG 201, 202 or 203.
ENG 125 Introduction to Literature 3 credits
This course concentrates on the reading of selected short fiction and poetry, presenting an introduction to literary analysis, interpretation and evaluation.
ENG 135 Tolkien 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the literary traditions inherent in J.R.R. Tolkien’s works, including fairy- and folktale motifs as well as several major trends in English epic literature presented in both text and film. This course does not serve as an elective for the English major or minor
ENG 201 Expository Writing 3 credits
An option for completing the second level of general education writing, this course provides study and practice of expository writing techniques, with emphasis on persuasion, argument, critical evaluation and use of research material. This course does not apply toward an English major or minor. Prerequisite: ENG 101.
ENG 202 Writing for Business 3 credits
An option for completing the second level of general education writing, this course provides development of writing skills appropriate to students planning careers in business, and includes the writing of resumes, letters, proposals, memos, and reports. Attention will be paid to format as well as style. Recommended for students who plan to major in business. This course does not apply toward an English major or minor. Prerequisite: ENG 101.
ENG 203 Writing for the Sciences 3 credits
An option for completing the second level of general education writing, this course provides development of writing skills appropriate to students planning careers in science, and includes the presentation of research material. Attention is paid to format as well as style. Recommended for students planning to major in the social and natural sciences. This course does not apply toward an English major or minor. Prerequisite: ENG 101.
ENG 209 American Literature I 3 credits
A survey of major American authors from the colonial period to the Civil War. The focus is on the evolution of a unique national literature and a characteristic world view. Note: The American literature sequence is offered in alternate years.
ENG 210 American Literature II 3 credits
A survey of major American authors from the Civil War to the present. The focus is on trends in American literature since the turn of the 20th century.
ENG 211 British Literature I 3 credits
A survey of British literature from Beowulf through the end of the 18th century. The focus is on major writers and significant historical influences in the development of British literature. The British literature sequence is offered in alternate years.
ENG 212 British Literature II 3 credits
A survey of British literature from the publication of Lyrical Ballads in 1798 to the present.
ENG 250 Special Topics 3 credits
This course concentrates on directed readings and research into a specific problem in literature or language. Focus is on the development of students’ critical and research skills, and upon the writing of independent theses.
ENG 265 African American Literature 3 credits
Survey of African American writing, film and thought from colonial times to the present, with emphasis on the developing relationship between the larger American culture and African American reactions and contributions to it. This course meets the cultures requirement for the general education core.
ENG 275 Television 3 credits
Study of television programs and programming from the “Golden Age” to the present. Analysis of television’s relation to post-modern American literature, culture and aesthetics. Same as COMM 275.
ENG 290 The Movies 3 credits
An introduction to narrative fiction films, using concepts of art, theatre and literature, and including a study of film aesthetics from a historical perspective. Same as COMM 290.
ENG 299 Special Project 1-3 credits
ENG 330 Shakespeare 3 credits
An introduction to Shakespearean drama, including a survey of representative histories, comedies, tragedies, and romances. In addition, students will be introduced to the themes and forms common to Shakespeare’s poetry. The goal of this course is to make Shakespeare’s works accessible to contemporary readers and viewers. Same as THE 330.
ENG 340 The Novel 3 credits
A study of the historical development of the English novel and its influences as a distinct literary type. The course includes a critical study of representative works by several major British and American novelists.
ENG 365 Women and Literature 3 credits
An examination of the image of women presented in literature, contrasting traditional and contemporary, male and female depictions. The emphasis is on women’s writing.
ENG 370 Advanced Expository Writing 3 credits
This course provides the opportunity to develop skill in writing, to improve sense of language structure and to find satisfaction in written communication. The emphasis is on the development of a personal expository style. Same as COMM 370.
ENG 375 Literature of the American Midwest 3 credits
This course explores imaginative responses to the experience of the Middle West, from pioneer times through the mid-20th century.
ENG 403 Internship 3 credits
ENG 422 Literary Criticism 3 credits
This course examines the principles that determine the judgement of literary critics and writers. Emphasis is on the historical development of critical theory from Plato to the present day. Prerequisites: ENG 209 and 210 or ENG 211 and 212.
ENG 450 Special Topics 3 credits
This course concentrates on directed readings and research into a specific problem in literature or language. Focus is on the development of students’ critical and research skills, and upon the writing of independent theses.
ENG 499 Special Project 1-3 credits
