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4.00 Credits
Masterpieces of Western literature through the Renaissance. Meets part of the Cultural Heritage requirement. Four Credits Both Semesters
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4.00 Credits
Masterpieces of Western literature since the Renaissance. Meets part of the Cultural Heritage requirement. 231 is not a prerequisite. Four Credits Both Semesters
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to college-level study of literature. English 248 explores a variety of texts from different genres. The course is designed to increase students' skill and confidence in reading literature (especially the close reading of poetry and prose), to practice the interpretation of texts through representative contemporary critical methods, and to enhance students' enjoyment of reading, discussing, and writing about literature. Open to all students. It, or an equivalent experience, is required of English majors and minors, and language arts composite majors. Four Credits Both Semesters, May Term
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the techniques of fiction writing. No prior creative writing experience required. Includes practice in the writing process, point of view, characterization, plot, setting, theme, and voice. Four Credits Both Semesters
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the practice of writing poetry. Includes a variety of approaches to the composition of a poem as well as the elements of poetry: image, rhythm, line, sound, pattern, form, and structure. Four Credits Both Semesters, May Term
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of writing for the stage. Includes work on selected special problems of the playwright: scene, dialogue, structure, and staging. Offered jointly with the Department of Theatre. Alternate years, 2007. Four Credits Spring Semester
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of writing the contemporary literary essay. Includes work on style, structure, audience, and critical thinking and reading in essays by a broad range of writers. Topics may include humor, commentary, opinion, personal observation, autobiography, argument, social criticism, occasional essay. Four Credits Both Semesters
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the techniques of satire. Designed to sharpen wits and writing skills, to educate and entertain, and to familiarize students with satiric masterpieces and their own potential to contribute to this humorous genre. Alternate years. Four Credits
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the basic techniques of writing intended especially for prospective teachers. Topics include writing practice, short fiction, poetry, evaluating creative writing, publication, curriculum development, and nonfiction writing. Includes attention to the student's understanding of his or her own writing process. Four Credits Both Semesters, May Term
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3.00 Credits
An individual research project, investigating some topic in depth and culminating in a paper that demonstrates literary scholarship and independent thought. May be repeated for additional credit, with a different project. Not limited to the senior level. Prerequisite: departmental acceptance of application (forms available in department office). Two to Four Credits Both Semesters
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