73 courses with the subject ENG, 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.
ENG 131Composition3.00
A study of composition with an emphasis on the writing process, the coherence and support of arguments, Standard Written English syntax and grammar, information literacy, and critical reading. The course culminates in a research paper based on critical reading and information literacy training with formal MLA documentation. Note: Students must receive a grade of C or higher to satisfactorily complete the course. LSF: RH
ENG 196Introductory Topics in English Three credit hours
This course provides a freshman-level introduction to a particular topic in language or literature. The course may be repeated for credit in cases where students take courses in different topics. Prerequisite: a grade of C or better in ENG 131 or equivalent placement.
Subject
ENG
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated for credit in cases where students take courses in different topics.
This course is designed to prepare English and Foreign Language majors for professional internships in related fields. The course addresses practical aspects of internship/job procurement and matriculation. Class workshops and lectures address the internship application process and on-the-job performance. Special topics include business attire, etiquette, interviewing skills, and diversity and sexual harassment/sensitivity training. This course also addresses basic professional writing skills, including cover letters, resume writing, and basic business writing. Students must receive a grade of C or better to advance to ENG 476.
ENG 234English Language, Literature, and Literacy3.00
An introduction to the English major that includes an overview of the study of literature and how the canon (and sub-canons) is formed as well as an introduction to research methods and technological tools available to majors. Required for all English majors.
This course focuses on the research methods and methodology common to the English Major. Topics include, but are not limited to, MLA and Chicago Manual of Style formats, research methodology, and common reference material and databases. May be repeated twice for credit.
Craft-based instruction in specific formal issues of the fiction tradition Emphasis on structure, narrative design, aesthetics and prose assignments will include readings, analysis, exercises, etc. Prerequisites for enrollment: ENG 232 or prior consent of instructor.
This course provides a sophomore-level examination of a particular topic in language or literature. The course may be repeated for credit in cases where students take courses in different topics. placement. LSP: HU
Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated for credit in cases where students take courses in different topics.
ENG 322C The Arthurian Cycle: Later Interpretations1.00
An examination of post-Mallory interpretations of the Arthurian cycle, which may include Tennyson, T. H. White, J. R. R. Tolkien, and the film Excalibur. LSP: HU
An examination of short form writing for social media (e.g., memes and Twitter). This includes both an examination of this kind of writing, the practice and application of this kind of writing, and the ethics involved in this kind of writing (e.g., who has the right to an image used in a meme). LSP: HU
An examination of standard writing for social media (e.g., Facebook posts, blog posts, and comments found appended to articles-- like news reports). This includes both an examination of this kind of writing, the practice and application of this kind of writing, and the ethics involved in this kind of writing (e.g., cyberbullying). LSP: HU
An examination of long form writing for social media (e.g., full length articles designed for socially driven sites like The Huffington Post). This includes both an examination of this kind of writing, the practice and application of this kind of writing, and the ethics involved in this kind o writing (e.g., "link -bait" headlines, how and when should online writers be paid). LSP: HU
Detailed study of The Canterbury Tales and Troilus and Criseyde. Attention to Middle English and medieval culture. Study of changing critical approaches to Chaucer. .
Uses a variety of readings as a basis for essay writing with sophisticated rhetorical and organizational strategies. Emphasis is on elements of style, integration of source, varieties of argumentation, and length.
Study of theory and techniques of the short story, the essay, the novel, and poetry. Individual experimentation in various genres. Enrollment with prior consent of instructor. May be repeated once for credit with permission of the instructor, but only three hours may be counted toward English major requirements. LSP: HU
Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated once for credit with permission of the instructor, but only three hours may be counted toward English major requirements.
Study in theory and techniques of fiction writing. Taught in the workshop model in which craft classes are coupled with classroom critique of the student’s original fiction, followed by revision of his or her own manuscript. Assignments include readings, analysis, peer critique and exercises culminating in a publishable piece of original fiction.
Study of the theory and techniques of a variety of creative nonfiction genres as specified by the instructor. These genres could include writing for the web, blogging, travel writing, family genealogy/history writing, and others. Craft classes are combined with workshops of the student’s original creative nonfiction, followed by student revision of the manuscript. Assignments include readings, peer critique, and exercises culminating in a publishable piece of original creative nonfiction.
Study of the craft of poetry writing. Craft classes are combined with workshops of the student’s original creative poetry, followed by student revision of that manuscript. Assignments include readings, peer critique, and exercises culminating in a publishable piece of original poetry.
Study of Memoir as a genre separate from creative nonfiction. Selected readings specified by the instructor will focus on contemporary memoirs published since 2000. Assignments include craft classes, readings, analysis, and workshop, culminating in a publishable piece of an excerpt from a memoir.
This course introduces students to 18th and 19th Century Slave Narratives, autobiographical accounts written by slaves themselves about their experiences of capture, abuse, defiance, and survival within the confines of the peculiar institution known as slavery. The firsthand accounts emanate from counties like Cuba, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, the United States, and countries on the African continent. LSP: HU
ENG 390Studies in Textuality: Advanced Reading3.00
A cross-disciplinary study of culturally important works via the methods of textual inquiry. A work ʼs ability to convey meaning is explored as both a feature of its content (plot, argument, or ideas) and of its textuality (how it behaves in relation to historical systems of discourse). Recommended for all students who wish to increase their proficiency as readers.
A practical course in the writing of a production-standard screenplay. Attention to the principal techniques of formatting, structuring, and timing. The course also includes a comprehensive study of successful screenplays. (Same as VPT 323)
This course will explore the contemporary long-form graphic novel by placing it in both its global and theoretical contexts. Core readings will be selected from works published since 2000. Assignments will include readings, analysis, exercises, etc.
The study of the poetry, fiction, and drama of the South. Selected readings specified by the instructor will focus on such works as William Faulkner, Eudora Welty, Maya Angelou, Alice Walker, Gwendolyn Brooks, and others. Assignments will include readings, analysis, exercises, etc.
A nonsectarian literature course that aims to lead the student – as a lay reader – to an understanding and appreciation of the sacred writings of the Christian tradition as literature. It is a research-oriented course with a strong hermeneutical emphasis as opposed to a text-analysis emphasis.
Extensive reading and study in the works of representative European and American dramatists. Attention to purpose, theme, and techniques. (Same as VPT 323, formerly Drama 433.)
A detailed study of the Romantic Movement, including the major English poets – Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, and Keats – and a broad understanding of the significant prose of the period.
This course studies the theory and practice of producing documents for publication in physical and digital formats. The class will spend a portion of its time working on one or more projects that will culminate as an official JCSU publication, including but not limited to the student research journal and the literary magazine. 112 ENG 476, 477, 478 Internship One to 3.00 credit hours Supervised work in a professional environment, offering practical experience in a relevant field. Forty hours of work time are required for each hour of credit; a maximum of 120 hours of work is required. Students must also write a paper on the experience. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
1.00, 2.00, 3.00 credit hours This course examines digital storytelling within a topical context. Students both study digital narratives and learn how to create their own digital narratives within the context of the course topic. May be repeated for credit so long as the topics are different. May be cross listed with other Digital Storytelling courses.
Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit so long as the topics are different.
This is a research seminar where students write their Senior Investigative Papers. It is required of all English majors. Students must earn a grade of C or above in order to satisfy one of the Departmental graduation requirements. Prerequisite: A successful Prospectus Defense.
A study of the principles of language study, with special attention to the historical and linguistic forces that have affected the development of the English language.
Rapid review of traditional grammar and current usage problems, followed by descriptive analysis of the structure of present-day English in the light of recent research in linguistics.
each A survey of African American literature from its beginnings to the present, with the first half of the survey covering works up to the Harlem Renaissance and the second from the Harlem Renaissance to the present.
One to six credit hours A planned and structured project cooperatively defined by student and faculty. Students are permitted to contract to complete work in the areas of language, writing, or literature. Students earn one, two, or three credit hours according to the scope of work completed. May be taken again for three additional hours of credit.
