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This course introduces students to the major issues, literature and art of world mythologies, with a primary focus on what is termed classical mythology. In addition to Greek and Roman myths, the course content includes tales and legends from Asia, North and South America, Australia and Africa. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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This course introduces several classic texts and films in the science fiction genre. Emphasis is given to the social and historical contexts in which the genre has evolved. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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In this course, students are introduced to influential French authors whose writings represent the diversity of Romantic themes popular in the 19th century. Assigned readings explore literary movements such as realism, symbolism, surrealism and naturalism and serve as a basis for class discussion, analysis and response. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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3.00 Credits
Artists working in areas including film, performing art, animation and sequential art rely on narrative writing as a means to develop plot, character and story. This course is designed to provide students with exposure to various types of narrative literature, as well as appropriate software applications to write narratives for screen and stage so that students can master the fundamental mechanics and structure of screenwriting, playwriting and other narrative works. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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This course centers on Latin American/Hispanic literature in the 19th and 20th centuries. Readings and class discussions focus on definitions and techniques of literary genres, literary movements and historical events of Spain and Spanish America, and the innovations and contributions of individual Spanish and Spanish-American writers. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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Using an interdisciplinary approach, students explore the wealth of Asian-American literature through required readings, multimedia materials, and selected social, cultural, and historical writings. Students engage in class discussions and critical writings to gain a better understanding of Asian American literature. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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3.00 Credits
This course is intended for non-native English speakers or those unfamiliar with American literature and culture. The course provides an overview of American literature through the reading of novels, short stories, poetry and plays, as well as viewing of films, Students respond to the works in short critical essays and/or research papers. Native English speakers may enroll in the class on a permission of instructor basis only.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys the written expression and economy of words and thought associated with advertising and creative thinking. Students experience and learn the rudimentary techniques of writing persuasive advertising. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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The course explores topics about Ireland through its literature and its relationship with Britain and the United States from the 18th century to the present. The course uses the novel to raise questions surrounding national identity, culture, gender, politics and history and also incorporates aspects of Irish art, architecture and film. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes literature of Great Britain since 1920, focusing on writers of all genres generally associated with modernism and postmodernism. Students acquire knowledge about narrative techniques, especially those that have influenced storytelling today. Themes often employed by selected writers, such as colonialism, absurdism and pessimism, are discussed. Prerequisite: ENGL 123.
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