2021-2022 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Courses numbered 100 to 199 are primarily for freshmen, 200 to 299 for sophomores, 300 to 399 for juniors and seniors, and 400 to 499 for seniors. Courses numbered 500 to 699 are reserved for graduate students. Courses numbered 700 to 899 are reserved for doctoral students.

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance, a “Code or Number” search of ” 5* ” can be entered, returning all 500 or graduate-level courses.

 

Communication

  
  • COM 312 Interpersonal Communication


    Credit, three hours.
    An experience in building and maintaining relationships through self-disclosure, and analysis of factors which affect interpersonal communication.
  
  • COM 319 Argumentation and Debate


    Credit, three hours.
    A study providing an overview of theory and application of argumentation and debate principles. The course is a performance course with a significant amount of class time spent on public presentations, small group interaction, and debate exercise. Prerequisite(s): COM 101 .
  
  • COM 320 Media Writing


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the practical skills of writing for the mass media. Fundamentals of style, effective writing techniques, and reporting.
  
  • COM 323 Organizational Communication and Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the fundamentals of effective communication of leaders in organizations. Topics include leadership styles, crisis management, and organizational personality.
  
  • COM 331 Internships


    Credit, three hours.
    Pending advisor approval, qualified students may be placed in internships for a minimum of 100 hours of supervised professional experience.  Grades are either pass of fail, depending on the internship supervisor’s evaluation of the student’s performance over the course of the semester.  Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • COM 332 Internships


    Credit, three hours.
    Pending advisor approval, qualified students may be placed in internships for a minimum of 100 hours of supervised professional experience.  Grades are either pass or fail, depending on the internship supervisor’s evaluation of the student’s performance over the course of the semester.  Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • COM 335 Principles of Public Relations


    Credit, three hours.
    Survey of the principles, theories, and practice of public relations. Research, professional ethics, and case study for successful public relations management.
  
  • COM 349 Technology in Applied Communication


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the principles of visual communication with a focus on application through technology.
  
  • COM 400 Communication Research Methods


    Credit, three hours.
    This course would examine the major methodologies of communication research (quantitative, qualitative, and rhetorical). Students will explore sample studies employing each methodology as well as learn the appropriate research/experimental designs for each method. Prerequisite(s): COM 191 .
  
  • COM 420 Principles of Advertising


    Credit, three hours.
    Comprehensive survey of the means of creating, developing, and managing advertising messages. Principles, theories, and analysis of positive and effective advertising for client promotion.
  
  • COM 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, six hours. Credit, three hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and chair of the Communication Department. Prerequisite(s): Eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major.
  
  • COM 432 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, six hours. Credit, three hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and chair of the Communication Department. Prerequisite(s): Eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major.
  
  • COM 435 Public Relations Campaigns


    Credit, three hours.
    Practical application of public relations principles and practices in meeting client needs and goals. Project-oriented approach includes situation assessment, planning (objectives, strategies, tactics, budget, evaluation), and proposal presentation.
  
  • COM 442 Media Law and Regulation


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to laws and regulations affecting media in the United States. Topics include constitutional rights, speech, press, privacy, relevant court decisions, copyright laws, current regulation of electronic media, and ethics. (WI)
  
  • COM 451 Persuasion


    Credit, three hours.
    A review of theory and research regarding persuasion designed to enable the student to be a critical consumer of persuasive messages. Prerequisite(s): Required for majors. (WI)
  
  • COM 452 Communication Ethics


    Credit, three hours.
    This course examines ethical philosophy in a communication context. Readings will consist of ethical philosophy and communication case studies that present moral dilemmas.
  
  • COM 457 Electronic Journalism


    Credit, three hours.
    Reporting, writing, editing, and producing newscasts for radio and television.
  
  • COM 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide students with an opportunity to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • COM 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide students with an opportunity to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • COM 500 Communication Research and Assessment


    Credit, three hours
    An advanced examination of the major methodologies of communication research (quantitative, qualitative, and rhetorical). Students will engage in sample studies employing each methodology as well as learn the appropriate research/experimental designs for each method.
  
  • COM 510 Cross-Cultural Communication


    Credit, three hours
    An advanced exploration of the barriers that must be overcome when communicating from one cultural context to another. Recognizing the global environment of business and life, students will investigate cultural influences on the process and interpretation of communication.
  
  • COM 523 Organizational Communication and Leadership


    Credit, three hours
    An advanced study of the fundamentals of effective communication of leaders in organizations. Students will engage the oral and written communication demands of leadership through frames such as leadership styles, crisis communication and management, organizational personas, and more.
  
  • COM 534 Public Relations


    Credit, three hours
    An advanced study of the principles, theories, and practice of public relations. Research, professional ethics, and case study for successful public relations management.
  
  • COM 540 Business Communication


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the fundamentals of and prerequisites to effective communication in business. Development of technical writing and oral communication skills used by managers for internal and external communication, including the use of new information technologies. Cross-listed as: BA 540  
  
  • COM 542 Integrated Marketing Communication


    Credit, three hours
    An advanced study of the concepts and applications of the full integrated marketing communication portfolio, within the framework of an organization. Students will learn current tools across digital media, public relations, and communications with a strategic focus on the integration of these tools into the overarching communication strategy of an organization.

Criminology

  
  • CR 205 Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the study of criminology and criminal justice including an overview of major crime problems in the U.S., crime patterns and criminal behaviors, explanations of crime, systems of justice, and strategies for preventing crime.
  
  • CR 297 Study in Selected Topics


    3
    Credit, three hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • CR 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, three hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • CR 350 Criminal Law


    Credit, three hours.
    Coverage of the full range of American criminal law entailing the definition of an punishment of various crimes, and acceptable defenses for them in a court of law. (WI)
  
  • CR 411 Criminology


    Credit, three hours.
    An examination of the ways crime has been explained in western society, with a primary emphasis on criminological theory. (WI)
  
  • CR 426 Senior Internship


    Credit, one to nine hours.
    Students who choose to do an internship will be placed with a government, community, or private organization to obtain experiential learning and skill development. The student will serve 135 hours on-site for 3 semester hours credit, but may take up to 9 credits of internship.  The internship must be approved by a Criminology advisor.
  
  • CR 490 Capstone Project


    Credit, three hours.
    For their Capstone Project, students will either write a thesis or conduct a research project that demonstrates their mastery of a particular area of criminology.  The project must be approved by a Criminology advisor. (WI)
  
  • CR 497 Study in Selected Topics


    3
    Credit, three hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • CR 498 Study in Selected Topics


    3
    Credit, three hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.

Early Childhood

  
  • CE 501 Effective Practices in Early Childhood Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides a comprehensive view of research, principles, programs, theories, strategies, curricula, and organization in early childhood education. Explores historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations of early childhood pedagogy.
  
  • CE 503 Issues in Early Childhood Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Analyzes issues facing early childhood educators. Research, writing and discussion are based on current professional literature.
  
  • CE 504 Effective Practices and Issues in Early Childhood Education


    Credit, three hours
    This course provides a comprehensive view of effective practices in early childhood education and analysis of issues and challenges facing early childhood educators.  Students will gain an understanding of young children’s characterisitics and needs, from birth through age eight, including multiple influences on early development and learning, diverse family and community characteristics, positive relationships and supportive interactions, content knowledge and resoures in academic disciplines, ethical standards, problems and issues facing early childhood educators, and ways to identify, advocate, and become involved in the early childhood profession.  Students will use this knowledge to create healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments for young children, support and engage families and communities, utilize assessment and evaluation tools, and implement effective teaching/learning approaches across the curriculum.  Research, writing and discussion are based on current professional literature.
  
  • CE 526 Early Childhood Administration, Management, and Leadership


    Credit, three hours.
    This course will provide early childhood educators with essentials for administering, directing, and managing early childhood programs and childcare centers.  Students will be introduced to common administrative responsibilities including basic health and safety, business practices, personnel management, conflict resolution, parent, community, and outside agency relationships, assessment, coaching, and mentoring.
  
  • CE 599 Practicum in Early Childhood Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an interdisciplinary study focused on early childhood practices, theories, history and philosophy, and research in the field of early childhood education. This course may not be taken by alternative master’s students.

Economics

  
  • EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics


    Credit, three hours.
    The study of the aggregate or national economy, including national income and employment determination, recession, inflation, the system of depository institutions, and government fiscal and monetary policy.
  
  • EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics


    Credit, three hours.
    The study of the business firm, the household, and consumer behavior, including the price system, price determination and change, production and cost theory, and market structures.
  
  • EC 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Course offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EC 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Course offered to provide opportunities for competent students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EC 301 Intermediate Macroeconomics


    Credit, three hours
    Study and analyis of the forces which determine levels of aggregate output, income, and employment in a developed economy.  Study and analysis of the attempts, through government fiscal policy and monetary policy, to control these forces, and some possible alternatives. Prerequisite(s): EC 201   and EC 202  
  
  • EC 302 Intermediate Microeconomics


    Credit, three hours.
    Study and analysis of the price system, production and cost theory, and the forces which determine the market structures, the allocation of resources, and income distribution in the American economy.  Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202  
  
  • EC 303 Money and Banking


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the monetary, credit, and depository institutions in the American economy, with emphasis on the commercial banks, the Federal Reserve System, and the impact of money and credit flow on business decisions and aggregate economic activity. Cross-listed as: FI 303 . Prerequisite(s): EC 201 .
  
  • EC 306 Labor Economics


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the structure and functioning of labor markets, including the determinants of labor supply and labor demand, the economics of wage differentials, the labor market effects of such government policies as minimum wage laws, and the economic impact of labor unions.  Some attention is also given to collective bargaining and causes of unemployment. Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202 , or by permission of the instructor.
  
  • EC 309 Economic Development


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the theories and polices of economic development, along with the factors that underlie economic development.  Emphasis is placed on the less-developed or Third-World countries and the obstacles to economic development therein. Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202 , or by permission of the instructor.
  
  • EC 331 Internships


    Credit, three hours.
    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed BA 151  and six advanced semester hours in AC, BA, EC, FI, MGT, or MKT may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised, professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • EC 425 Export-Import Practices


    Credit, three hours.
    Fundamentals  of international trade, including the mechanics of makin overseas contacts, promoting products abroad, contracts and terms of sales, payments and the documentation and physical movement of goods. Cross-listed as: BA 425 Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • EC 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • EC 432 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
  
  • EC 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EC 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings.
  
  • EC 502 Managerial Economics


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an analysis of the application of microeconomic theory to the decision-making process within a given firm. The major emphasis is on the optimal allocation of the firm’s resources under perfect and imperfect market structures in product and factor markets. Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202  or equivalent.

Elementary Education

  
  • EE 512 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School


    Credit, three hours.
    Emphasizes methods of presenting mathematical concepts and skills to elementary school children. Emphasis is placed on thinking about and discovering mathematical concepts. Opportunities are provided for developing multi-level materials appropriate for elementary children. Directed field experiences required. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 513 Teaching Literacy and Language Essentials in Early Childhood, Elementary, and Collaborative K-6 Classrooms


    Credit, three hours.
    This course provides an analysis of methodologies and instructional techniques and considers application of methods to the skills and content areas of literacy and language essentials.  Emphasizes appropriate grade level content and skills for teaching communication skills through the interrelationship of speaking, listening, reading, writing, and spelling for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Collaborative K-6 classroom settings. Requires professional laboratory experiences in school settings. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 514 Applied Science for Early Childhood and Elementary Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Designed to equip students with skills necessary to review and use current literature in the science field to identify effective teaching techniques to develop, teach, and evaluate a variety of hands-on learning activities related to early childhood and elementary science concepts. Emphasis will be placed on the role of developmental learning theory along with integrating reading and language arts into the content area of science. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 515 The Politics and Ethics of Education


    Credit, three hours.
    This course is designed to assist educators to become knowledgeable, effective, and responsible actors within the web of political and ethical relationships and responsibilities.
  
  • EE 516 Diagnostic and Prescriptive Reading in the Early Childhood, Elementary, and Collaborative K-6 Classrooms


    Credit, three hours.
    This course emphasizes the benefits, procedures and use of instruments for evaluating reading proficiency, determining individual reading difficulties and implementing programs for correction of reading problems.  Candidates will practice responsible, ethical guidelines as they assess students from diverse populations, collaborate with professional colleagues, and develop multiple, appropriate teaching strategies that foster positive relationships and multiple, varied learning opportunities to assist in the development of critical thinking and self-efficacy.  This course requires field experience in approved school settings. Prerequisite(s): EE 522   and TE 525  for Alternative students.
  
  • EE 521 Reading in the Content Areas


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides assessment and instructional strategies for the teaching of reading in content areas. Techniques for teaching word attack, comprehension, study, and rate of reading skills are emphasized. Directed field experiences required. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 522 Developmental Reading in the Early Childhood, Elementary, and Collaborative K-6 Classrooms


    Credit, three hours.
    This course emphasizes basic skills in readiness, awareness, word recognition, comprehension, study skills, fluency, and expression for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Collaborative Special Education K-6 classrooms.  Direct and indirect approaches to the teaching of reading will be examined.  A test fee will be added as a Course Fee to billing. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 535 Literature for Young Readers


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides semi-independent study and research in literature for children and youth, characteristics, good literature for children, illustrations, and place of children’s literature in school. Directed field experiences required. Prerequisite(s): TE 525   or equivalent for traditional master’s program
  
  • EE 540 Classroom Management


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides a study of current theory, research, and practice in psychology, sociology, leadership, and human behavior as related to school age students and the role of the teacher and the subsequent relationship of the teacher and the total community. Emphasis is placed on effective management of time, resources, and behavior. Directed field experiences required. Prerequisite(s): TE 525  
  
  • EE 560 Readings in Selected Areas of Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an opportunity for the student to work closely with a faculty member in selecting articles and other appropriate readings in mutually agreed upon area(s) of need. Written reports will be required. Students must have this course approved by the dean of the School of Education.
  
  • EE 599 Practicum in Elementary Education


    Credit, three hours.
    Provides an in-depth study of various curriculum areas through research reports, problem analysis, and individual evaluations of promising practices. Each seminar participant will concentrate on one curricular area. This course may not be taken by alternative master’s students.

English

  
  • EN 101 Effective English


    Credit, three hours.
    A course in composition and college level reading designed to provide training in critical thinking, reading skills, and analytical writing. Includes a study of research methods and the writing of documented papers in the context of an introduction to classical epic poetry, and selections of lyric poetry and prose writing. For students entering the University with either an ACT English sub-score less than 21 or with no available test score, there is a zero (0) credit hour lab component that is required until the student has been exempted from the lab by proving to have the requisite skills for the program.  The lab will serve as an assessment opportunity for the instructor to determine areas of proficiency and need. Once the student has demonstrated proficiency in writing, the lab requirement will be met). (WI)
  
  • EN 102 Effective English


    Credit, three hours.
    A course in composition and college level reading designed to provide training in critical thinking, reading skills, and analytical writing. Includes a study of research methods and the writing of documented papers in the context of an introduction to classical and Christian epic poetry, and selections of lyric poetry and prose writing. Prerequisite(s): EN 101  
  
  • EN 103 Developmental Composition


    Credit, three hours.
    A course in writing designed to develop and enhance composition skills. Includes a review of grammar and punctuation.
  
  • EN 111H Honors English


    Credit, three hours.
    An advanced course in writing designed to provide training in critical thinking, reading skills, and analytical writing in the context of work from ancient Western Civilization. Includes a study of research methods and the writing of documented papers. Students should already have a basic mastery of mechanics and be prepared for more advanced readings, challenging assignments, and rigorous standards. (WI)
  
  • EN 112H Honors English


    Credit, three hours.
    An advanced course in writing designed to provide training in critical thinking, reading skills, and analytical writing in the context of works from the medieval through the early modern period of Western civilization. Includes a study of research methods and the writing of documented papers. Students should already have a basic mastery of mechanics and be prepared for more advanced readings, challenging assignments, and rigorous standards.
  
  • EN 199 Academic Writing and Reading Enhancement


    Credit, three hours
    A course that is designed to support, remediate, and enhance students’ skills in reading and writing at the college level.
  
  • EN 201 The Literary Tradition


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to key literary texts from ancient times to the Renaissance. A continuation of the emphasis on writing from EN 101 , EN 102 . Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 .
  
  • EN 202 The Literary Tradition


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to key literary texts from Enlightenment to the present. A continuation of the emphasis on writing from EN 101 , EN 102 . Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 .
  
  • EN 211H Honors Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to key literary texts from the Enlightenment to the end of the nineteenth century. Continued emphasis on writing from EN 111H  and EN 112H . Students should be prepared for extensive reading and advanced assignments, including individual projects and supplemental reading. (WI)
  
  • EN 212H Honors Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to key literary texts from the twentieth century to the present. Continued emphasis on writing from EN 111H  and EN 112H . Students should be prepared for extensive reading and advanced assignments, including individual projects and supplemental reading.
  
  • EN 215 Literature of the Ancient World


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of classical literary works written in Greek and Latin, and translated into English.  Though the survey may include the works of Homer and Virgil, the readings will extend beyond those authors to expand on the traditional EN 101 and 102 sequence.  While broad in its reading selections, the course will explore the political, social, and artistic world of ancient Greece and Rome through its greatest literature.  Prerequisite(s): EN 101  and EN 102 
  
  • EN 221 Introduction to British Literature I


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of major authors and texts from the British Isles, from the Anglo-Saxon period through the seventeenth century. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , and EN 102 .
  
  • EN 222 Introduction to British Literature II


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of major authors and texts from the British Isles, from the eighteenth century to the present. Prerequisite(s): EN 101  and EN 102 .
  
  • EN 230 Introduction to American Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A survey of the major writers from colonial times to the present. Prerequisite(s): EN 101  and EN 102 . Open to English majors and minors, or by permission of instructor. (WI)
  
  • EN 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 .
  
  • EN 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Credit, one to six hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 .
  
  • EN 301 The Novel


    Credit, three hours.
    A study in the nature of narrative and critical approaches necessary for reading novels. May include British or American novels or novels in translation. Will include a significant creative writing component. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level. (WI)
  
  • EN 302 Lyric Poetry


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the nature of lyric poetry and critical approaches necessary for its reading and writing. The course will include a substantial creative writing component. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102  and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 305 Social and Personal Responsibility Through Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the nature and history of democracy, of its strengths and weaknesses, and of the nature and origin of tyranny in political regimes as seen in a variety of literary works.
  
  • EN 306 Introduction to Creative Non-fiction


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the practical skills required for writing creative non-fiction. Creative non-fiction, in the context of this course, describes writing as diverse as long-form essays, investigative journalism, and memoire. Students will read texts across these genres and produce their own writing. As will all courses in the Creative Writing Minor, the workshop will be central. Students will read and critique one another’s work, and have their own work critiqued.
  
  • EN 307 Introduction to Writing for Film and Television


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the practical skills required for writing for film and television. This course will introduce (or reintroduce) students to a series of iconic films and television shows. They will learn to watch and analyze film and television as literature. For the final project students can choose between writing the first act of a feature length film; a complete script for a short film; or a pilot for a television show. Drafts of these projects will be workshopped and critiqued.
  
  • EN 310 Drama Practicum


    Credit, one hour.
    This practicum course gives students experience in theater production.  Students participate in a university - sponsored theater production or, with premission of the supervisor, in an off-campus production (e.g. community theater or independent theater production).  Participation may include any aspect of the production, including but not limited to directing, acting, stage management, costuming, set design, production, or publicity.
  
  • EN 331 Advanced Composition


    Credit, three hours.
    An advanced study of various writing techniques and grammatical principles. The course will include practical applications of writing, editing, and advanced grammar in academic composition, as well as the mass media. It will include assignments that consider the Christian ethic and its application to the issues of current interest, as well as how the Christian ethic informs the writer who is concerned with the effects of the printed word on his or her society. Cross-listed as: TE 331 . Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102  and three additional semester hours in English above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 333 Christianity and Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the relationship of literature and Christian faith. The course may focus on a single author or group of authors (such as the Inklings), a period, or a theme. Prerequisite(s): EN 101  and EN 102  and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 350 Introduction to Writing Short Stories


    Credit, three hours.
    An introduction to the practical skills required for writing short fiction. This course will equip students with the skills necessary to read and critique short fiction from a creative writer’s perspective; and introduce them to the fiction writing workshop. Assignments will include reading and critiquing the work of established writers; critiquing the fiction of peers; and writing short fiction. Students will have the opportunity to workshop several short stories. (WI)
  
  • EN 400 Critical Theory


    Credit, three hours.
    A historical survey of critical and aesthetic theory from Plato to the present, with some attention to current trends. Prerequisite(s): Completion of core requirements in English.
  
  • EN 405 Shakespeare


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of selected Shakespearean comedies, histories, and tragedies. The course will include assignments that consider the Christian ethic and its application to the issues of current interest, as well as how the Christian ethic informs the reader who is concerned with the effects of the printed word on his or her society. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102  and three additional semester hours in English above the freshman level. (WI)
  
  • EN 410 Medieval Literature and Culture


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of selected texts from the Anglo-Saxon and Medieval periods. The course may focus on the period as a whole, a genre, a single author (e.g. Chaucer), or a specific movement or theme. Texts may be read in Middle English, as well as in translation. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 414 Seventeenth-Century British Literature


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of seventeenth-century literature from the British Isles. The course may focus on the period as a whole, a genre, a single author (e.g. Milton), or a specific movement (e.g. Metaphysical poetry) Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 420 Literature of The British Enlightenment


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the literature of the eighteenth century in its Enlightenment context. The course may focus on the period as a whole, a genre, a single author, or a specific movement. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 422 Victorian Literature and Culture


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of British literature in its cultural context from the 1830’s to the 1890’s. The course may focus on the period as a whole, a genre, a single author, or a specific movement. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 424 British Romanticism


    Credit, three hours.
    A study of the poetry and prose of major Romantic authors (including Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, and Keats) and of Romanticism’s place in the history of British literature, philosophy, and aesthetics. Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and three additional hours in literature above the freshman level.
  
  • EN 426 Professional Internship in English


    Credit, one to three hours.
    Supervised participation in professional literary, writing, and/or publishing work. Students will complete required contact hours producing a written publication, tutoring, teaching, writing, or doing other professional work related to careers in English, writing, and literature. Grades are either Pass or Fail.
  
  • EN 431 Independent Study


    Maximum credit, eight hours.
    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): At least eighteen semester hours with 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.)
 

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