INT 7528 - Intro-Influences of USA Poetry

Institution:

Jamestown Community College

Subject:

Inter-disciplinary

Description:

In 1987, Dana Gioia wrote a provocative essay titled "Can Poetry Matter?" Although responses have varied since the original publication date, the answer is, for this course, yes, poetry does matter and always has. From childhood verses to political statements, American poetry has played an important part in society. This class will present a brief overview of the influences of American poetry. Corequisite: Students must be registered for either a Week With Award-Winning Writers or Poets Laureate of the US.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjcc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 338-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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