English Major

An introduction to fiction, drama, and poetry as literary forms. Students will be encouraged to broaden and deepen their reading of literary texts through thoughtful analysis and interpretation of works of literature.

A study of literary selections from the ancient world to the present, from diverse writers such as Homer to Garcia Marquez. This course serves as the first course for English majors and as an Honors Program option for general education.

An introduction to the literature of a cultural group other than the predominant culture group of the United States. Each time the course is offered it may examine a different literature. The different topics studied could range from African-American Literature to Chinese Literature to Irish Literature to Latin American Literature, but the course will always focus on introducing students to a variety of genres through an exploration of a different culture's literary productions. Meets the general education cross cultural and literature requirements. Course may be repeated due to study of different topics.

This course is a survey of the history of theatre from the ancient Greeks to the 18th century. It includes a study of representative plays of various types, historical periods and geographical regions. Emphasis will be on analysis of the plays as well as their production potential. The course will examine theatre as an art that both reflects and influences social and cultural life. Cross listed with COM 309. Meets the general education fine arts requirement. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

This course is a survey of the history of theatre from the 18th century to the present. It includes a study of representative plays of various types, historical periods and geographical regions. Emphasis will be on analysis of the plays as well as their production potential. The course will examine theatre as an art that both reflects and influences social and cultural life. Cross listed with COM 310. Meets the general education fine arts requirement. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

The course centers on a study of personae (speakers) and their role in the oral performance and communication of literature. There is emphasis on point of view, mode, characterization and dialogue, vocal techniques, and the use of imagery and tone color in oral interpretation. Emphasis is placed on performance as a method for studying literature. Cross listed with COM 321. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

A study of the chief writers and types of American literature, prior to Twain.

A study of the chief writers and types of American literature, from Twain to the present.

A survey of the major literary currents of Great Britain before 1800 through the study of selected major works by representative major writers.

A survey of the major literary currents of England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and selections from the Commonwealth nations from 1800 to the present.

A comprehensive survey of the various types of poetry and prose for children, with considerable attention to the significant historical and folklore backgrounds. Meets the general education literature requirement for early childhood, elementary, and special education majors.

A comprehensive study of contemporary literature for the adolescent, involving inquiry into the nature and characteristics of literary materials to which adolescents respond; and criteria for selection and critical evaluation. Meets the general education literature requirement for secondary education majors.

A study of the tragedies, histories, comedies, romances, and poetry of William Shakespeare. Students will do a close reading of the texts, analyzing them in light of classical and medieval dramatic influences, English history and Renaissance English society, and Shakespeare's own art and genius. Cross listed with COM 450.

A survey of the development of the English novel from the eighteenth century to the present.

A survey of the American novel from 1800 to the present.

A selected subject (such as a writer, a literary form, or a theme) explored within the context of current critical theory and the integration of faith and learning in literary studies. Meets the general education writing intensive requirement.

An introductory course in the craft of writing poetry, fiction, and non-fiction with careful consideration of published works, writing exercises and workshops in each genre. May be taken concurrently with ENG 105. 

An introduction to the history, principles, and practice of news writing. Extensive experience in basics of newsgathering and reporting. Emphasis on "hard" news and "beat" writing. Cross listed with COM 226.

A writing course exploring journalistic, expository forms, and stylistic techniques appropriate for periodical publications and their diverse audiences. Cross listed with COM 227.

Provides students with experience in news writing, sports writing, feature writing, photojournalism, graphic design, desktop publishing, editing, advertising sales, theme implementation, budget management and other experiences related through the production of an online campus newspaper. May be repeated up to a total of six hours credit. 

Study of principles of writing copy for broadcast use for both radio and television. The student will prepare scripts for a wide variety of broadcast applications such as commercials, editorials and commentaries, promotional and public service announcements, news, sports reports, informational features, interviews, and music radio shifts. Cross listed with COM 232.

Provides students with experience in news writing, sports writing, feature writing, photojournalism, graphic design, desktop publishing, editing, advertising sales, theme implementation, budget management and other experiences related through the production of a campus magazine. May be repeated up to a total of six hours credit. 

This variable topics course will examine a specific area of creative writing each time it is taught. Students will study published examples of the genre under consideration, workshop their own writing, critique their peers, and revise their writing. This course may be repeated one time for a total of six credits. 

This course explores lyrical writing in songs, poems, and fiction with the intent of training students to hone their skills in lyrical writing with an emphasis on the genre of their choice. Students will read, write, and critique lyrical writing by established writers and fellow classmates.

Pre-professional work experience in areas such as journalism, publishing, librarianship, law, and TESL. Student enrolled in the course should report directly to a professional supervisor, and the majority of their work should place an emphasis on skills related to their vocational goals. Practicum students who are completing the "writing track" should seek experiences that will emphasize writing, editing, researching, or designing publications, and they should pay particular attention to developing their writing portfolio during this experience. The practicum will be taken for pass/fail credit unless the student formally requests a letter grade before attempting the practicum. (Only a total of 8 credit hours from a practicum may be applied toward the required hours for the English major).

In this alternating genre course, students will study advanced elements of craft in poetry (spring of odd calendar years), fiction (spring of even calendar years), and other genres (offered occasionally in Interterm). This study will be conducted through reading established writers, writing, critiquing, and revising student work. Course may be repeated for a total of six credits. 

The course provides students with a theoretical overview of current linguistic, psychological, sociological, and educational issues related to second language acquisition and how they relate to the learning and teaching of second languages.

A study of the development of English with attention to historical influences as well as to linguistic evolution of sound, forms, structure, and meaning. Students will focus throughout the semester on current issues of gender, ethnicity, regionalism, etc. as they apply to the language. An introduction to the form and syntax of Modern English, with emphasis on the descriptive approach to grammar. Includes review of both traditional grammar and transformational-generative grammar.

This course provides students with information about the different historical and current approaches, methods and techniques used in teaching English as a second language. The course asks students to review and evaluate the different materials available to the instructor for effective delivery of information in the classroom.

This course focuses on the dynamic relationship between language, communication, and culture. Students will study how cultural differences between communities and within communities affect the communication process and the language choices people make. Meets the general education cross cultural requirement.

The course prepares ESL instructors to understand the assessment and evaluation process and to plan and implement formal and informal assessment in the ESL classroom. Meets the general education writing intensive course.