2024-2025 Undergraduate University Catalog

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2024-2025 Undergraduate University Catalog

English Studies, B.A.

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In addition to taking the core curriculum, all English Studies students take 24 credits of advanced English courses. These courses may be a combination of literary studies and writing courses from any of the writing major concentrations: (1) Journalism, (2) Professional Writing, Publishing & Rhetoric, or (3) Creative Writing. Students are encouraged to consult with their academic advisor on a plan of study that effectively aligns with their interests and future career goals.

The Core English Curriculum (21 credits)

All English majors complete a 21-credit core curriculum that includes 6 credits in literary traditions, 3 credits in rhetoric and poetics, 3 credits in computer publishing technologies, 6 credits in literary and writing theories, and a senior capstone course. The core curriculum provides a strong foundation in literary rhetorical, and cultural traditions. The core also ensures that all English majors graduate with expertise in contemporary approaches to writing and publishing.

Literary Traditions (6 credits)

EN 245 - Euro-American Literary Traditions Credit(s): 3
EN 246 - Topics in Global Literary Traditions Credit(s): 3

Rhetoric & Poetics (3 credits)

EN 241 - Poetics, Rhetoric & Performance Credit(s): 3

Computer Publishing Technologies (3 credits)

EN 270 - Computer-Aided Publishing Credit(s): 3

Literary & Writing Theories (6 credits)

EN 202 - Writing About Literature Credit(s): 3
EN 310 - Applying Writing Theory Credit(s): 3

Capstone Coursework (3 credits)

Students may choose either of the following that best serves as the culminating course in their major and supports their career goals.

EN 410 - Senior Capstone Credit(s): 3

Advanced Literary Studies courses include:

EN 222 - Contemporary Adolescent Literature Credit(s): 3
EN 325 - Studies in Shakespeare Credit(s): 3
EN 331 - International Film Credit(s): 3
EN 335 - International Literature Credit(s): 3
EN 340 - Studies in Poetry Credit(s): 3
EN 350 - Studies in Drama Credit(s): 3
EN 360 - Studies in Fiction Credit(s): 3
EN 366 - Studies in Literary History Credit(s): 3

Advanced Writing Journalism courses include:

EN 215 - Journalism: Newswriting I Credit(s): 3
EN 280 - Journalism Laboratory Credit(s): 1
EN 315 - Newswriting II: Beat Reporting Credit(s): 3
EN 316 - Feature Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 317 - The Art of Opinion Credit(s): 3
EN 318 - Sports Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 319 - Investigative Reporting Credit(s): 3
EN 380 - Studies in Journalism Credit(s): 3
EN 480 - Professional Writing Internship Credit(s): 1-3

Advanced Professional Writing, Publishing & Rhetoric courses include:

EN 200 - Writing Seminar Credit(s): 3
EN 210 - Professional and Technical Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 212 - Environmental Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 300 - Advanced Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 304 - Digital Writing & Rhetoric Credit(s): 3
EN 305 - Web Publishing Credit(s): 3
EN 306 - Freelance Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 307 - Professional Editing Credit(s): 3
EN 308 - Beyond the Page Credit(s): 3
EN 382 - Advanced Writing and Publishing Projects Credit(s): 1-3
EN 384 - Art of Publishing Credit(s): 1-3
EN 386 - Letterpress Publishing: Blue Satellite Press Credit(s): 1-3
EN 388 - Publishing Roundtable Credit(s): 1
EN 480 - Professional Writing Internship Credit(s): 1-3

Advanced Creative Writing courses at the 300 level include:

EN 201 - Introduction to Creative Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 301 - Advanced Creative Writing Credit(s): 3
EN 309 - Critical Storytelling Credit(s): 3
EN 384 - Art of Publishing Credit(s): 1-3
EN 480 - Professional Writing Internship Credit(s): 1-3