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English Language and Literature Courses
Below is a list of English Language and Literature courses offered by Stevenson University. To earn a degree in English Language and Literature, students must also complete coursework in other areas. To view a complete listing of all course requirements for the English Language and Literature degree, please see the University catalog.
ENG 148
Introduction to Composition
Focuses on fundamentals of writing unified,
coherent, fully developed paragraphs and short
essays. Includes grammar review and practice in
sentence and paragraph construction. An exit
examination is required. A course grade of 147C148
is required to advance to ENG 151. Three credits.
Note: Students are placed into this course on the
basis of placement test results. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 151
Composition and Writing From Sources
Develops the ability to write clear, coherent, and
welldeveloped expository prose. Requires
analytical reading and critical thinking. Includes
instruction and practice in research methods and
writing from sources. Prerequisite: Placement (see
above) or a grade of "C" in ENG 148. An exit
examination is required. Grade of "C" meets
college writing competency requirement and
qualifies students to proceed to other English
courses. Three credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 152
Writing About Literature
Through close reading of poetry, drama, and
fiction, develops analytical writing skills, an
appreciation of literature, and an understanding
of major literary terms and traditions. Continues
instruction in writing and requires an essay
incorporating and documenting secondary sources.
Prerequisite: "C" or better in ENG 151 or HON 171.
Three credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 209
Research & Writing in History
Students will learn to use the tools and methods of historians, to interpret and evaluate historical sources, and to construct narratives based on primary and secondary research. In addition, students will develop skills in presenting history to a variety of public audiences. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent and HIST 205. Spring semester. Three credits. May be taken as HIST 209. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for a 200-level writing course for some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 210
Business Writing
Emphasizes basic principles of effective business
writing and communication. Includes a range of
assignments from memos, emails, and letters to
more complex proposals, recommendations, and
research reports. Includes oral reports and
presentations, digital communication, APA style,
and resume writing. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or
equivalent. Three credits. Students who take this
course cannot also receive credit for ENG 212 or
ENG 215. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for
200-level writing course for some majors.
(14 Nov 2006)
ENG 212
Technical Writing
Introduces principles, mechanics, and style of
professional technical writing. Applies concepts
of information design to print and electronic
documents. Assignments may include workplace
correspondence, reports, proposals, technical
procedures and manuals, and oral presentations.
Research assignments will use APA or other
appropriate documentation styles. Prerequisite:
ENG 152 or equivalent and sophomore standing.
Three credits. Students who take this course
cannot also receive credit for ENG 210 or ENG 215.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for 200-
level writing course for some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 215
Science Writing
Introduces science and nursing students to the elements of professional writing required in health care and the sciences. Includes memos, letters, abstracts, test reports, progress reports, research proposals, and poster presentations as well as an extended research report. Extensive library research required. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Three credits. Students who take this course cannot also receive credit for ENG 210 or ENG 212. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for 200-level writing course for some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 220
Script Writing for Stage & Screen
Develops skill writing documentary treatments and scripts for TV commercials and public service announcements. Examines process of dramatic writing_generating and selecting story ideas, structuring action and conflict, building characters, developing a theme, and creating dialogue. Students write short scenes for the theatre as well as loglines and outlines for sitcoms and TV dramas and other short assignments. Prerequisites: ENG 152 or equivalent, VID 106, and THEA 121. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for 200-level writing course. Restricted to Film, Video, & Theatre and English majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 221
Creative Essay Writing
Studies and practices using voice and style in the short, personal, and informal essay. Students read and analyze various types of non-fiction essays and follow these conventions in their writing. While students write from their own experiences, they will also use research to expand the scope of their essays. Workshops and discussions focus on close reading and revision of student writing. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for 200-level writing course for some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 223
Writing for the Web
Develops skills in writing for online media, with
a focus on the Internet146s non-linear, visual,
and collaborative possibilities. Students analyze
a variety of web hypertexts, learn the basic steps
of web development, and produce personal,
expository, and collaborative hypertexts tailored
to their majors and areas of interest.
Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Fall
semester. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum
requirement for 200-level writing course for some
majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 231
History & Structure of the English Language
Describes the grammatical structure of modern
English and the linguistic changes that occurred
as the language developed from Old English through
Middle English to its current form. Prerequisite:
ENG 152 or equivalent and sophomore status. Spring
semester. Three credits. Required for English
majors. Recommended for Education majors.
(14 Nov 2006)
ENG 241
British Survey I: Early Literature
Studies selected works of British literature from the Anglo- Saxon period to the Middle Ages. Writing required. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Offered in fall semester of even-numbered years. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 242
British Literature II/Survry of Modern Literature
Studies selected works of British literature from
the Renaissance through the Restoration and
Eighteenth Century. Writing required.
Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Offered
spring semester in odd-numbered years. Three
credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities
requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 243
British Survey III: Nineteenth Century Through Contemporary
Studies selected works of British literature from
the Nineteenth Century through the present.
Writing required. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or
equivalent. Offered fall semester in odd-numbered
years. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 251
American Literature I: Colonial to the Civil War
Studies literary works of the Colonial, Federal
and Romantic periods. Writing required.
Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Three
credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities
requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 252
American Literature II Civil War to Present
Studies selected works of Realism, Local Color, Naturalism, Modernism, and Post-Modernism. Writing required. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 253
Journalism
Introduces students to the fundamentals of journalism: research, interview techniques, writing and editing news, sports, and features, basic layout design, and computer compositing. Students write press releases, develop sales techniques, select photographs, and perform other jobs connected with publishing The Villager, the college newspaper. Covers journalist ethics and other legal issues connected with newspaper publishing. Students prepare a writing portfolio used for professional advancement and assessment. Includes lecture and workshop. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Fall semester. Three credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 254
Journalism II
Continues the theory and practice of journalism compositing and layout begun in ENG 253. Emphasizes in-depth reporting and refines interview and reporting strategies in both feature and newswriting. Begins editorial, review, and commentary writing. Students continue to work on their portfolios and the production of the college newspaper. Prerequisite: ENG 253. Includes lecture and workshop. Spring semester. Three credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 281
Topics in Literature
Studies selected topics treated in literature
covering various genres. Topics offered
periodically include "sports literature," "war in
literature," "law and literature," "animals and
literature," "literature and technology," "music
and literature," and others. Topic announced each
semester. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent.
Three credits. May be repeated for credit when
topic changes. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities or Core Elective requirement.
(14 Nov 2006)
ENG 282
Literary Genres; Children's Literature
Surveys the history of children's literature from
its traditional folk beginnings to its current
status as an important literary genre. Studies
folk tales, realism, and fantasy in children's
novels, young adult novels, and picture
storybooks. Includes study of multiculturalism in
children's literature. Prerequisites: ENG 152 or
equivalent and PSY 206. Three credits. Restricted
to Education majors or permission of instructor.
Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement.
(14 Nov 2006)
ENG 286
Literary Genres: Short Story
Traces the history and development of the short
story through the critical study of the works of
British, American, and European authors.
Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Fall
semester. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 287
Literary Genres: Poetry
Surveys the development of various modes of poetry, focusing on examples from British and American traditions. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Spring semester. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 288
Literary Genres: Drama
(Same as THEA 288.) Explores the elements of
drama151 plot, character, dialogue, theme,
staging. Considers plays from different periods of
theatre history (Greek, English Renaissance,
modern realistic, and contemporary) representing
the basic types of drama (tragedy, comedy,
tragicomedy). Examines various approaches to the
analysis and interpretation of plays and develops
skill in writing responses to scripts and live
productions. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent.
Three hours a week. Fall Semester. Three credits.
Lab fee: Theatre tickets. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 289
Genres: Young Adult Novel
Surveys the history and development of the novel. May focus on a period or group of novelists. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Spring semester. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 290
Masterpiecies of World Literature
Studies selected works that form, evoke, and
illustrate a dominant literary tradition in world
literature. Attention given to works that
challenge the Western. Topics announced each
semester. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent.
Three credits. May be repeated for credit when
topic changes. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 291
Masterpieces of Non-Western Literature
Studies selected works of literature across cultures of nonwestern worlds. Focuses on thematic issues and explores the complex mazes of the human condition through awareness of diverse voices and cultural values. Topics announced each semester. Prerequisite: ENG 152 or equivalent. Spring semester. Three credits. May be repeated for credit if content differs. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 303
News & Feature Writing
Expands basic journalism skills, applying
professional standards to student writing.
Students choose a 147beat148 to cover throughout
the semester and provide news stories, editorials,
reviews, short features, and profile/interviews in
their areas. Stresses article marketing research
and interviewing. Students may contribute to The
Villager. They also survey and comment upon
current publications. Prerequisite: ENG 253 or
permission of instructor. Fall semester. Three
credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 304
Magazine Writing & Publishing
Stresses independence and responsibility in professional writing and journalism. The class project is a magazine, including layout and design and featuring stories produced by student reporting teams. In addition, students analyze and critique modern media, meet area media specialists, and visit local media outlets. Prerequisite: ENG 254 or ENG 303 or permission of instructor. Spring semester. Three credits.
ENG 305
Advanced Journalism Practicum
Designed for student editors or senior-staff writers of The Villager. Students write news, commentary, editorials, features, and sports stories. They also design Villager pages using QuarkXpress and edit, proofread, and copyedit each page. As needed, they design and sell advertisements for commercial customers, take photographs, create databases for billing, and arrange and conduct interviews. Prerequisites: ENG 254 or permission of instructor. ENG 305 is offered in the Fall semester and ENG 306 is offered in the Spring semester. One and one-half credits each. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 314
Public Relations Writing
Gives a comprehensive overview of public relations
and stresses responsibility in professional public
relations writing and speaking. Students will
learn how to write the various types of PR
necessary to complete the final class project:
constructing and implementing a PR initiative that
involves conducting necessary research on audience
and cost, correctly writing the necessary PR
materials in a professional style, and presenting
the project persuasively. Prerequisite: Completion
of the Core Communications requirement and ENG
210, ENG 212 or ENG 254. Spring semester. Three
credits. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 321
Topics in Creative Non-Fiction
Examines voice and style in specific types of
creative non- fiction. Topics, announced each
semester, include Memoir and Autobiography, Travel
Writing, Nature and Environmental Writing, and
Reviews and Criticism. Students read, analyze, and
imitate the style of major authors in the chosen
genre. In addition to short essays, students will
produce a major essay incorporating appropriate
research. Workshops and discussion focus on close
reading and revision of student writing.
Prerequisite: A 200-level English course. Three
credits. May be repeated one time for credit with
a different topic. Satisfies Core Curriculum
requirement for a 200-level writing course for
some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 325
Creative Writing: Fiction
A workshop in creative fiction writing. Students
explore and imitate various forms by well-known
and contemporary writers. Discussion focuses on
close reading and revision of student writing.
Students develop portfolios of their work.
Prerequisite: A 200-level English course. Three
credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for a 200-level writing course. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 326
Creative Writing: Poetry
A workshop class in poetry writing. Students explore and imitate various forms by well-known and contemporary writers. Discussion focuses on close reading and revision of student poetry. Students develop portfolios of their work. Prerequisite: A 200-level English course. Three credits. Does NOT satisfy the Core Curriculum requirement for writing. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 329
Argumentation and Rhetoric
Studies rhetorical theory, emphasizing strategies of argument and tone. Extensive writing projects and oral presentation required. Prerequisite: A 200-level English course. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for 200-level writing course for some majors. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 343
Period Studies in British Literature
Examines a selected period in British literature,
including Medieval, Restoration, and Eighteenth
Century, Romantics, Victorian, Modern British, and
Contemporary. Explores historical and sociological
backgrounds, major literary movements, and
representative writers. Writing and use of
critical sources required. Period announced each
semester. Prerequisite: A 200-level literature
course or permission of the department chair.
Spring semester. Three credits. May be repeated
for credit when period changes. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement. (14 Nov 2006)
ENG 353
Period Studies in American Literature
Examines a selected period in American literature,
including Revolution, American Renaissance,
Turn-of-the-century, Modernism, and Contemporary.
Explores historical and sociological backgrounds,
major literary movements, and representative
writers. Writing and use of critical sources
required. Period announced each semester.
Prerequisite: A 200-level literature course or
permission of the department chair. Fall semester.
Three credits. May be repeated for credit when
period changes. Satisfies Core Curriculum
Humanities requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 360
Shakespeare
Examines selected plays, chosen to illustrate Shakespeare's depth and variety as a playwright, as an observer of human behavior, and as a poet for all time. Prerequisite: A 200- level literature course or permission of department chair. Three credits. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 361
Major Figures in British Literature
Examines selected works of one or more British
writers in the context of their period and
literary tradition. Figures may include Chaucer,
Milton, Pope and Swift, Austen and the Brontes,
Wordsworth and Coleridge, Dickens and Eliot,
Lawrence, Joyce, and others. Writing and use of
critical sources required. Authors announced each
semester. Prerequisite: A 200-level literature
course or permission of the department chair. Fall
semester. Three credits. May be repeated for
credit when figure changes. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 371
Major Figures in American Literature
Examines selected works of one or more American writers in the context of their period and literary tradition. Figures may include Hawthorne, Emerson and Thoreau, Dickinson and Whitman, Twain and James, Wharton and Cather, O'Neill and Williams, Fitzgerald and Hemingway, Faulkner and Morrison, and others. Writing and use of critical sources required. Authors announced each semester. Prerequisite: A 200-level literature course or permission of the department chair. Spring semester. Three credits. May be repeated for credit when figure changes. Satisfies Core Curriculum Humanities requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 381
Topics in Literature
Follows selected themes or motifs that recur in
various literary periods. Develops an
understanding of authorial influence and literary
tradition. Seminar format. Theme announced each
semester. Prerequisite: A 200-level litera- ture
course or permission of department chair. Fall
semester. Three credits. May be repeated for
credit when theme changes. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement or Core Elective
requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 385
Literary Genres
Investigates the development of various
specialized literary genres and sub-genres such as
gothic, romance, fantasy literature, satire, and
others. Genre announced each semester.
Prerequisite: A 200-level literature course or
permission of department chair. Offered
periodically. Three credits. May be repeated for
credit when genre changes. Satisfies Core
Curriculum Humanities requirement. (15 Nov 2006)
ENG 400
Seminar in Literature
Focuses on major literary figures, period, genre studies, or regional or national literature. Major literary research project and seminar presentation required. Focus announced each semester. Prerequisite: 300-level literature course. Restricted to English majors or others with permission of instructor. Spring semester. Three credits. May be repeated for credit when course focus changes. (15 Nov 2006)
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