47 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 101English Composition for Second Language Learners3
A semester-length course for second language learners of English whose writing skills, as determined through standardized tests and/or writing samples, need additional practice to reach college-level proficiency in writing for academic courses. (3 credit hours).
This course, for which ENG 110 is a co-requisite, builds students' skills in engaged reading, critical thinking, essay organization and development, and grammar, with particular attention to editing and revision in regard to style and clarity. Students revise personal and persuasive essays and speeches from Eng. 110, focusing on grammar and structure vital to clear writing. The semester grade will be S/U; a student earning a U will have that grade recorded on the transcript but will not be required to repeat the course. (1 credit hour)
This course develops students' skills in communicating clearly through writing and speech, with attention to all stages of the composing process, including analysis of the rhetorical situation, invention and drafting, choices of evidence, peer conferencing, and revision. Students complete a variety of essays and presentations, with emphasis on persuasion and basic research. (3 credit hours)
This course hones students' skills in writing and speech, with particular emphasis on strategies and sources appropriate for academic and professional work. It also provides instruction in argumentation and library research that supports students' completion of an extended researched argument as well as multiple shorter writing assignments and presentations. (3 credit hours)
This course continues development of writing skills. It includes instruction on how to use the phrasal and clausal structures most common in English to craft grammatically correct sentences in paragraphs that show good variety of sentence openers, sentence structure, and sentence length. Open to all students, it is required of students who have earned a grade of U on the English Proficiency Exam. The course culminates in an administration of the proficiency exam. (1 credit hour) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
This course enhances students' communications skills through direct instruction and practice in all stages of speech composition and delivery. Students make presentations for a variety of academic, professional, and community contexts, with emphasis on extemporaneous delivery. Instructional points include relationship of oral and written style, audience analysis, organizational strategies, verbal citation of sources, and creation and integration of presentation aids. Small- group conferences and collaborative projects provide additional opportunities for honing skills in clear communication. (3 credit hours)
A thematic approach designed to deepen understanding of the breadth, diversity and richness of Western culture as well as to develop interpretive and critical skills. Readings include classical, medieval and Renaissance texts. This course fulfills the core requirement in literature. (3 credit hours)
A thematic approach designed to deepen understanding of the breadth, diversity and richness of Western culture as well as to develop interpretive and critical skills. Readings include neoclassical, romantic, modern and post-modern texts. This course fulfills the core requirement in literature. (3 credit hours)
Encompassing diverse perspectives on the American experience expressed through a variety of literary genres, this course introduces the basic tools of literary interpretation. (3 credit hours)
Through a survey of women's and multicultural literature in the United States, this course introduces the basic tools of literary interpretation with a focus on gender and power structures. The reading list presents a variety of genres and a diversity of voices. This course fulfills core requirements in both Literary Studies and U. S. Pluralism (3 credit hours).
Designed to offer students an opportunity to improve their cultural literacy while honing their interpretive and critical skills, this course offers a close analysis of classical works in various genres and examines the influence this literature has had on the intellectual, psychological, and philosophical progress of Western civilization. This course fulfills the core requirement in literature. (3 credit hours)
ENG 191American Literature: Puritan through Romantic3
An examination of the literary expressions of culture in America from the early Puritans through the Civil War. Special attention is paid to the coming of age of American literature in the mid-nineteenth century, with emphasis on the concept of self, transcendentalism, the frontier, and the meaning of symbol. (3 credit hours)
A study of works by major British authors, ranging from the Old English period through the eighteenth century. By providing an overview of the development of the British literary tradition, the course will enable students to situate works studied in advanced and period- specific courses within a broad context. Authors to be studied may include Chaucer, Langland, Spenser, Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Johnson. (3 credit hours)
A close analysis of modern fantasy with attention paid to the formal structures of the genre and its roots in the romance tradition. The emphasis is on such writers as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Ursula Le Guin, and Isaac Asimov. (3 credit hours)
A close analysis of modern fantasy with attention paid to the formal structures of the genre and its roots in the romance tradition. The emphasis is on such writers as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Ursula Le Guin, and Isaac Asimov. (3 credit hours)
An introduction to the multiple genres of young adult literature. This course examines the historical development of literature written for and about young adults; develops an awareness of issues surrounding the use and teaching of young adult literature; and explores instructional strategies for incorporating young adult literature in the classroom. Literary excellence in young adult literature, and current issues and controversies in the field will be discussed. Possible topics include Coming of Age Novels, the Multicultural Experience in Adolescent Literature, and Fantasy and Science Fiction. Course topics may change with each offering. (3 credit hours)
An introduction to children's literature, with attention devoted to picture books, including fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and non-print materials. Specific topics discussed include literary styles, genres, the relationship of art and text, historical development of literature for children, the role of culturally diverse literature in the classroom, and criteria for evaluating contemporary literature. The course will explore ways to use literature to create engaging classroom experiences. (3 credit hours)
Students write poetry, including assignments on specific topics and poetic forms. Class work includes practice in- group critiques, discussion of assigned works, and oral presentation of students' poetry. (3 credit hours)
Students write short fiction, including one critical/analytical essay/oral report on a fiction writer of each student's choosing. The class includes writing exercises, in-class group critiques of student work, discussion of assigned works, and individual conferences. The course culminates in a class presentation/reading of revised, selected fiction. (3 credit hours)
Students work as staff members on The Highland Echo or Impressions. This course can be taken for a maximum of four credit hours, at one credit per semester of service. This course is offered on an S/U basis only. (1 credit hour)
An introduction to writing and editing for the print media, including focus on reporting and writing, as well as on editing, layout and design. (3 credit hours)
A course in rhetoric and writing conventions based on a study of grammar and syntax. This course is designed to provide the student with rhetorical options based on an understanding of the function of sentence parts in their relation to one another and to meaning. (3 credit hours)
ENG 292American Literature: Realism to the Present3
An examination of the literary expressions of culture in America from Reconstruction through the 20th century, emphasizing shifting definitions of America and conflict within American culture over that time period. (3 credit hours)
A study of works by major British authors, ranging from the romantic period through the postmodern. By providing an overview of the development of British literary tradition, the course will enable students to situate works studied in advanced and period-specific courses within a broad context. Authors to be studied may include Blake, Austen, Wordsworth, the Brontes, Woolf, Yeats, Joyce, and Lessing. (3 credit hours)
ENG 312Linguistic Theory and Second Language Acquisition3
Basic principles of linguistics, especially those pertaining to second language acquisition. A survey of the components of language such as syntax, semantics, morphology and phonology, and all major subfields of linguistics such as psycholinguistics and neurolinguistics. Studying relationships among psychological, social, and cultural issues that impact second language acquisition. (3 credit hours)
In this course, students will engage with poetry as a profession and a craft. An intensive workshop setting will encourage inquiry and practice of advanced techniques within the realm of content, form, rhythm, and style. Some lecture about prosody and discussion about respected poetry will supplement this practice, as well as the introduction to methodologies and experiences in the literary publishing world and the Master of Fine Arts degree. (3 credit hours)
An advanced study of a large body of peer and professional writing that builds upon requisite critical skills. Students will produce fact-based creative writing, including one major critical/analytical essay/oral report on a write of choice. Class will include writing exercises, in- class group critiques of student work, discussion of assigned works and individual conferences. (3 credit hours)
The study and practice of formats for business, scientific, and technical writing used in corporate and government contexts. Practice in information gathering, writing, editing, and speaking is emphasized in both individual and group work. (3 credit hours)
In this class students will read and analyze literary fiction and compose their own fiction through a drafting process. Each of their fictional works will be critiqued in an advanced workshop setting that will require students to practice written and oral techniques of constructive criticism. We will also address outlets for publication of literary fiction--journals and book publishers--and discuss preparation for and standards of graduate programs in creative writing. (3 credit hours)
An introduction to a variety of public relations writing styles, including copy for newsletters, brochures, news releases, and speeches. Lecture/discussion sessions provide an overview of public relations principles and theory. The course builds toward a public relations campaign as the major final project. (3 credit hours)
The course examines selected authors, periods and/or genres for thematic, formal, historical, and cultural issues. Course content and focus will vary. (3 credit hours)
A study of Shakespeare's plays, with equal emphasis on the comedies, tragedies, and histories as well as attention to the literary and historical backgrounds of the period. (3 credit hours)
A study of the poetry, drama, and prose of the 17th century to the Restoration, focusing on major themes and literary developments in their historical contexts. Special emphasis will be placed on interpretive methods as they apply to some of the major texts of the period. (3 credit hours)
ENG 334English Literature of the Restoration and 18th Century3
A study of the poetry, drama, and prose of the "long" 18th century (1660-1815), focusing on major themes and literary developments in their historical contexts. Special emphasis will be placed on interpretive methods as they apply to some of the major texts of the period. (3 credit hours)
A study of the poetry and non-fiction prose of the English Romantic and Victorian periods, focusing on major themes in the respective historical periods. Special emphasis will be placed on interpretive methods as they apply to some of the major texts of the period.
ENG 336British and American Literature of the 20th Century3
A study of selected 20th century British and American authors using multiple interpretive methods. Emphases will include building an understanding of some of the larger literary and theoretical movements of the 20th century through extensive reading of literature and criticism. (3 credit hours)
Field experience that provides an introduction to careers in writing and communications through work on the writing staff of a newspaper, magazine, publishing house, or related enterprise. For each credit hour granted students are expected to be involved in at least 45 hours of approved activity. The duration should normally occur over a minimum of three weeks. (0 to 15 credit hours)
A study of the novel from its beginnings in the 18th century to the modern period. While tracing minor streams in fiction such as the epistolary and Gothic, the course concentrates on the major British and American novelists. (3 credit hours)
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a two-course sequence, 351 is the first course. The courses involve individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a finished paper or product. (3 credit hours each)
Eng. 352 is the second course in the two-course sequence fulfilling the Senior Study requirement. The courses involve individual study with the guidance of a faculty supervisor. English majors and non-licensure TESL majors will do an informational oral presentation about the senior study, but not majors in any licensure program. Writing Communication majors do a longer oral presentation about senior study within the context of Eng. 399 instead of 352. Ordinarily taken in the fall term of the senior year and preceded by 351 in the spring term of the junior year.
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a one-course sequence, that experience is designated 353. Individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a formal paper. (3 credit hours)
This course will prepare students for the job market and/or graduate-level study through production of a portfolio and submission of select pieces for publication. Additionally, the course will focus on publishing, job search, and interview practice; discernment of vocation and employment through readings and class visits from alumni; and presentation and defense of the senior study. Students will personalize their portfolio materials depending on their interest and skill set gained from internships. The course will culminate in the thesis presentation/defense and portfolio submission, which will include reflective essays covering courses taken in the major. (3 credit hours)