225
2013-2014
English
research and write academic papers exhibiting effective use of sources and MLA style format. Emphasis is placed on the writing process, literary analysis, literary-based research, and in-class writing. Students will engage in critical thinking about the texts and class discussions. An introduction to the field of literary studies, this class is required for all English majors and is open for all who are interested in exploring the study of literature and writing. This course fulfills the second semester of the composition requirement of the General Education curriculum. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or 187. Spring ENG 187-188. Honors College Composition 3-3 credits Students will gain experience reading and writing in response to a variety of genres. In addition, students will research and write academic papers exhibiting effective use of sources and a standard style format. Because students in these courses are expected to possess strong writing skills, the focus will be on developing content and a sophisticated style. Emphasis will be placed on the writing process, critical thinking skills, the development of solid arguments, literary analysis, and in-class writing. Placement in these courses is based on students’ scores on standardized essay exams and their prior achievement in the field of English. ENG 187 is a prerequisite for ENG 188. ENG 206. Advanced Expository Writing 3 credits A written communications course designed to develop or refine skills in exposition (writing to inform) and persuasion. Students will learn to generate, select, and sequence information appropriate to the purpose of the message, the subject, and the needs of the audience. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or 188. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit) ENG 228. Creative Nonfiction Writing 3 credits A workshop in creative nonfiction writing. Through reading and writing, students will become familiar with the rhetorical forms and stylistic conventions of the genre. Possible concentrations include the personal essay, impersonal essay, journalistic essay, journalistic novel, and memoir. Students are expected to demonstrate advanced writing ability and awareness of audience. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or 188. Spring ENG 235. Topics in Literary Studies 3 credits This course offers an introduction to the study of literature through thematic offerings aimed to help the general education student grow spiritually, intellectually, and socially; to spark a love of learning; and to think critically and communicate effectively in writing. The focus is on responsive reading and writing about literature. Topics vary per semester. Topics may include, but are not limited to, Coming of Age; Crime & Punishment; Evil; J. R. R. Tolkien and Fantasy; Love, Sex, Marriage, and the Family; Science Fiction; and Travel & Adventure. This course may be repeated up to three times for credit. Prerequisite: ENG 102, 185 or 188. ENG 248. Intermediate Fiction Writing 3 credits A workshop for students eager to continue their development as fiction writers. Discussion will focus on students’ writing, with additional study of complete books of fiction by contemporary authors. This course will include individual conferences with the instructor. Prerequisites: ENG 102, 185 or 188; ENG 155; or permission of the instructor. (Fall 2014 and alternate years) ENG 249. Intermediate Poetry Writing 3 credits A workshop for students eager to continue their development as poets. Discussion will focus on students’ poems, with additional study of complete books of poetry by contemporary poets. This course will include individual conferences with the instructor and opportunities to meet with distinguished visiting poets. Prerequisites: ENG 102, 185 or 188; ENG 155; or permission of the instructor. (Fall 2013 and alternate years)