21.215 African American Literature 3 credits An introduction to the classic texts, writers and themes that have shaped the African American literary tradition. An introduction to standard American grammar and punctuation. 21.223A Understanding Film 3 credits An introduction to the history and language of film making, including an analysis of script writing, directing and film editing. Films studied include classic, foreign and American. Offered as needed.
Emphasis is placed on the basic practice of journalism and on writing with clarity.
Work on the college newspaper is required as laboratory experience. A study of various forms and styles of memos, letters, and reports. Introduction to Creative Writing 3 credits An introduction to creative writing through reading and analyzing poetry, fiction and drama. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the basic elements of these genres and on beginning to apply these elements in one's own creative writing. Criticism 3 credits A study of various methods of criticism and of literary philosophies from the period of the classics to contemporary culture.