EL 255 - Multi-Ethnic Literatures of the United States

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This intermediate-level course studies poetry, fiction, drama, and prose non-fiction written by immigrant and ethnic American writers about their experiences as members of ethnic and/or minority groups. Through their work, we will explore themes of migration and immigration, assimilation, and maintaining ethnic identity in different American communities. We will also look at the relationship between different ethnic traditions-African-American, Asian American, Hispanic, Jewish, European-American-and the larger tradition of American literature and culture. Course requirements include a report (essay), a major paper, two essay examinations, and participation in class discussion. Prerequisites: Completion of EL 102 Language and Rhetoric. Three credits.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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