English Department
E120 English Composition - 3 credits
This course emphasizes the process of writing, from the generation of ideas to the editing of the final text. This course studies strategies to improve the organization, development, and style of essay writing. It also stresses helping students achieve competence in grammar, punctuation, usage, and mechanics and includes a review of MLA citation and documentation format in concert with writing a shorter research paper. Prerequisite: E105 or placement.
E175 Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
In this course, students will gain exposure to works of fiction, poetry, and drama and will acquire experience in critical reading and interpretation of literature. Students will not only read but also actively engage with literary texts, in the process becoming familiar with literary conventions and discourse. Readings may explore a particular theme (e.g., The Heroic, The Quest, The Individual and Community, Coming of Age); themes and reading selections will vary by instructor.
E195 Topics in American Literature - 3 credits
This course offers an in-depth look at the growth of American Literature (novels, short stories, poetry, drama, and non-fiction) and how that literature reflects the social, economic, religious, and political views of the period during which it was written. Emphasis will also be placed on critical research and analytical writing.
E199 Topics in World Literature - 3 credits
This course offers an in-depth examination of world-recognized texts (novels, short stories, poetry, drama, and non-fiction) from notable world authors. Emphasis will be placed on the close reading of the texts and critical thinking, as well as significant research and analytical writing.
E200 Topics in British Literature - 3 credits
This course traces the development of literature of the British Isles from the Anglo-Saxon times to the 20th century. It includes the examination, discussion, and critical analysis of representative selections from each of the historical background of each of the major literary periods.