58 courses with the subject EN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EN 108Fundamentals of Reading and Writing4
This course is designed to prepare students for the reading, writing and critical thinking assignments they will encounter throughout their academic careers. The lab component allows structured time for practicing the writing techniques learned in class. Additionally, writing tutors will work individually and in small groups with students. In order to proceed in the Writing Sequence, students must earn a C- or higher. Students who earn a B or higher proceed directly into DC 120. Students who earn grades between a C- and B- must take DC 119. A student is subject to dismissal from the University if he or she fails to achieve the required minimum grade in EN 108 within two attempts.
This course focuses primarily on the strategies and skills needed to write the college research paper. Topics include evaluating sources, incorporating sources, summarizing, paraphrasing and formatting in MLA and APA.
A course designed to enhance the student’s mastery of skills appropri- ate for all written communications, with attention to specific strate- gies appropriate for various disciplines and professions. Reserved for students who have completed EN 123 (or the equivalent for transfer students). For exit from EN 115, a minimum grade of C- is required. A student is subject to dismissal from the University if he or she fails three times to achieve the required minimum grade in EN 115.
This course focuses on three areas: 1) revising essay content, 2) edit- ing for improved clarity, 3) proofreading to identify and correct er- rors. Review of basic essay structure, grammar and punctuation, and spelling are also covered.
This course will focus on strategies for developing a better vocabulary and employing new vocabulary effectively. Emphasis will be placed on structural analysis and context clues.
Each of these 1-credit courses focuses on a single author’s life and particular works that represent the contribution of writers to their own eras. Courses may also explore how their works of literature illuminate universal explorations of the ways individuals and/or communities critique and adapt to their worlds through fiction, poetry drama, or non-fiction. Prerequisite: DC 119/120.
As the foundation to the discipline, this course builds upon student’s ability to read and discuss literary texts from ancient to contemporary and to express their interpretations orally and in writing. In addition to literary history, students will be introduced to close readings of texts and to other techniques of literary criticism. Papers incorporating textual reference and critical scholarly sources is the other key component of the class. C.
EN 225Classical Literature: Balancing Duty and Desire3
Our course theme, balancing duty and desire, is timeless and applies to people across cultures. Our overriding focal points will be on the delineation of communal and individual experiences (duty/desire) and the representation (mimesis) of the ways of life that affirm the dignity of the human spirit. By surveying various genres that devel- oped in the ancient world, we will trace the varied life lessons that preoccupied the organizers of civilizations: attaining and bestowing honor, recognition of deities, handling extreme emotions and ambi- tions, and the meaning of life and death within each culture.
EN 226Masks and Morals: Values in World Literature3
A study of the role of morals, identity, and deception in European literature from the 18th century to the present. The course examines the way that individuals define and represent themselves in relation to their society and what happens when an individual's sense of what is right conflicts with the beliefs of others or the policies of the state As students read works of literature in which individuals confront ethical dilemmas, they will consider what similar dilemmas we face in our contemporary world. Readings include works by Voltaire, Flaubert, Dostoevsky, and Ibsen. Prerequisite: DC 119/120.
A multi-disciplinary and multicultural investigation of expression through a close look at how people live today and how people’s morality is defined and reflected in common everyday stories and practices. This course investigates the value system inherent within a specific folk group and examines how that group arrives at establish- ing morality through the use of lore. Topics will include (but are not limited to) urban legends, occupational folklore, performance, and food ways. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
A survey of Irish literature and its historical context. Emphasis on the intersection of literature, culture, and religion. Examination of Ire- land's political evolution, its nationalism, and the movement toward independence as these inform the writings of the society.
The subject of crime has existed in literature and folklore since an- cient times, both as an element of plot and as a part of a thematic or moral agenda. This course will center upon selected readings from different eras and upon different aspects of crime and the criminal imagination, including 18th-century Gothic romances, 19th-century literature focusing on psychological motivations (e.g., the works of Poe and Dostoevsky), and 20th-century fictionalized accounts of real crimes. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
EN 231British Literature I: Beowulf- Enlightenment3
This class covers the literature of several periods that span over a thousand years and countless language shifts and changes. Starting with Beowulf and other Anglo Saxon writers, we will continue through Chaucer and the Pearl-poet’s era, into Shakespeare and Mil- ton’s works, and end with writers of the Enlightenment, like Swift and Pope. These periods are often grouped together because they ex- press the origins of English language and culture. Though we will read most things in translation, there will be time spent on the changing language and styles in order to enrich our understanding of these treasures of literature. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”. EN 232 British Literature II 1798-Present (3) This course is framed by several factors: multiple wars, international movements in social thought and the arts, and the rise of technology. Starting with Romantic poetry’s idealistic belief in the individual in connection to nature, we move to a Victorian pessimism about soci- ety and inequality that emerged through novels, poetry, non-fiction, and drama. The course then examines Modernism’s horror over WWI and postmodern works that emphasize individuals struggling in isolation. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
This course traces the evolution of African-American literature from slave times to the present. Beginning with African folktales and po- ems as background, the readings turn to the poetry of Wheatley and others; slave narratives; developments in poetry and fiction during the early Jim Crow era, and the parallel developments of blues and jazz; the Harlem renaissance; the Civil Rights era; and contemporary voices in all genres. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
This course will explore the speculative fiction genres of literature – science fiction, fantasy, and horror – using stories and novels from the inception of the various fields to the present. We will focus on the various tropes, such as magic; good vs evil; space and time travel; the supernatural; and many others. This course will satisfy the genre requirement in the English major. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
A study of The Canterbury Tales in Middle English in the context of medieval culture, but also in relation to the modern reader. Emphasis is placed on Chaucer’s language, poetic technique, use of various genres, and his contribution to western thought and literature.
The spirit of exploration in Renaissance England as reflected in liter- ature, with reference to 21st-century experience; accounts of Renais- sance voyages to the New World in the context of other types of ex- ploration — images of utopias, of superhuman heroism, of new power acquired through magic and science, etc. Readings range from Ovid to 20th-century science fiction, with emphasis on works by More, Shakespeare, Marlowe, Bacon. Prerequisite: DC 119/120.
The pervasive revolutionary spirit in 19th-century England as expressed in literature. Analysis of the Romantic and Victorian ages through examination of literary, social, religious, and scientific concepts and creations; reference to analogous 20th-century discoveries and attitudes. Prerequisite: DC 119/120.
EN 335Modern British Literature: Repression & Rebellion3
A study of major British writers of the 20th century who reflect upon the confrontation between the waning Empire’s legacy of conformity and restraint and the modern spirit of rebellion. Literature includes poetry, drama, works of fiction by major writers of the era.
EN 337Literary Realism: The Trend Toward Social Inquiry3
A study of selected writers of 19th-century Western Europe, explor- ing the influence of social issues and cultural implications on literary context and form, with emphasis on the effort toward objective rep- resentation and the preoccupation with social problems.
EN 339Medieval Women Writers: Domestic and Peaceful
Contributions (3) Women have played an important role in medieval intellectual life that until recently was largely overlooked. Although the canon has been slow to recognize the contributions of women writers, their voices have captivated the scholarly and non-scholarly world. This class seeks to examine the sacred and secular voices of medieval women and how they helped shape their world, and how their reemergence can be used to help shape ours.
The purpose of this course is to delve deeply into several works by individual authors, rather than trace a theme or literary history. The usual concerns of social context and various critical approaches will enrich the close readings of the texts. The authors studied will vary by semester, and will represent a variety of literary periods, genders, nationalities, and genres. 110 |
The novel is a literary form that is constantly making and remaking itself. This course surveys the novel’s historical development and ex- amines critical approaches to the form. Readings will span different historical periods and cultures, and will focus on certain elements of the novel’s development, such as its formal innovations or its the- matic concerns. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
We now use the word “tragedy” rather carelessly: anything bad that happens is tragic. In ancient times, tragedies were performed at festivals, evoking the sense that humans suffer in particular ways, emphasizing how often our own humanity – our own flawed existence –brings on this suffering. Audiences experiencing a particular tragic scene together understood their own flaws and experience through catharsis, the strong emotion of pity or fear, by identifying with the characters. We will explore ancient ideas of tragedy and how its performance has changed throughout the centuries, and pinpoint how audiences continually find new ways of experiencing catharsis. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
Drama as a form has dominated high and popular culture across mil- lennia, for religious purposes as well as a means to explore archetypal human behavior and experience. Playwrights, cultures, and eras will - vary by semester, and can include tragedies, comedies, and/or more stylized forms. Emphasis on performance as well as literary aspects will be a central focus. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
Texts focus on issues of women around the world and how many pa- triarchal societies place limitations on them. We also trace the strug- gle for gender equality shown in the literature. Our readings sample a variety of women writers in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia, ca. 1840 to the present. Works center around unifying aspects of coming of age at various stages of life. Class sessions emphasize dis- cussion of texts through close reading of individual passages to high- light important points. Supplemental materials and writing assign- ments will place those texts within their literary and cultural con- texts. Prerequisite: DC 119/120.
A survey of various forms of poetry, poetic elements, figurative lan- guage, and critical approaches. Readings will span various eras and cultures. The course examines the nature of interpretation and crite- ria for valid readings of texts. Explicating will be done both orally and in writing. Selected poets will be studied in depth.
The development of the English language from Anglo-Saxon to modern English. Modifications in grammar, spelling, and vocabulary illustrated by readings in the literature of each period: Biblical pas- sages, selections from Chaucer, Renaissance, 18th-century, and mod- ern authors. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
Students will study the development of children’s literature from its beginning to the present. Works of various genres—the oral tradi- tion, fantasy, realistic and historical fiction, poetry, and picture books—will be examined; authors and illustrators will be included, as well as academic articles which stress the importance of literature in the development of readers. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
Use of writing skills in a practical setting as opportunities arise. In- cludes preparation and supervision by the instructor, and culminates in a written report submitted by the student at the end of the term. above). English & English/Education majors only, by advisement.
must have completed 12 English credits 200-level or
EN 457Young Adult Literature3
A survey of literary texts appropriate for youth in English language arts at the secondary level (grades 6-12). Designed for both education majors and the enthusiast, the course will focus on interpreting young adult literature through various theoretical and cultural lenses and also on methods for choosing and teaching young adult literature in the classroom. Attention will be given to literature that reflects the interests and needs of young people growing up in diverse communi- ties. Prerequisite: “Through Cultural Lenses”.
Designed as an introduction to the art of creative writing. Students will explore the basics of writing their own short fiction, poetry, and memoirs through brief, frequent exercises. Special attention given to composing, sharing, and critiquing original works. Student work may be contributed to the University literary journal. Class is open to freshmen.
Course focuses on the development of advanced creative works of poetry, fiction, and/or drama with a direction towards live perfor- mance. Writers will also prepare and rehearse select piece for a college-wide showcase.
Designed to enhance and expand the skills introduced in EN 458, this course focuses on the development of more sustained and mature creative works of poetry, fiction, and/or drama. Writers also prepare and send original manuscripts for publication in professional literary journals. Prerequisite: EN 458 or instructor’s permission.
This course focuses on the more complex writing, analytical, and re- search skills needed to address a variety of audiences, purposes, and genres. Students will create a cumulative portfolio of writing includ- ing articles, blogs, reviews, editorials, and critical essays. The instruc- tor will designate a special topic for the course such as sports writing, workplace writing, travel writing, memoir writing, writing about film, etc. The special topic will be identified in Course Listings.
2 other EN Elective courses (6) *Topics Courses: British: EN 331; EN 332; EN 338; EN 339; EN 333 American: EN 224, EN 227, EN 260, EN 325, EN336, EN 444 World: EN 221, EN 225, EN 337, EN 442 Genre: EN 327, EN 350, EN 352, EN 353, EN 450 Creative Writing: EN 458, EN 460, EN 461 3 1-credit Writing Courses: EN 114, EN 116, EN118 3 1-credit Literature Courses: EN 201, EN 202, EN 203 Note: Three one-credit Writing & Literature courses can be combined to equal 3 credits.
Students majoring in English can enhance their writing and cultural competencies in businesses and non-profit organizations: in areas like the arts, journalism, local government publications, on-campus literary magazine, and libraries. Course can be taken for a grade of C or higher or on a Pass/Fail basis. Note: Interested students should contact the Coordinator of the English Program or the Director of Career Development.
This course is designed for seniors who have demonstrated outstand- ing ability in English, as indicated by a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Stu- dents will work as peer assistants for English faculty in 100-level EN courses. Students will meet with faculty independently and will at- tend each session of the class in which they assist. Students will par- ticipate in preparation, presentation, discussion, and evaluation of course material. Faculty invitation and permission required. Limited to one assistant per course. 111
