Studies of selected topics in literature. A study of the literature of the Bible and the influence of the Bible on British and American literature. A study of selected topics in African literature. May be repeated, but only 3 hours may be counted towards distribution requirements for the English major. A study of the major mythological traditions of the Classical Greek and Roman cultures.
Emphasis is placed on the influence of mythology on English and American literature.
An introduction to the stylistic conventions and techniques of poetry and prose. The course also emphasizes techniques of literary invention and offers a brief exposure to the analysis and critique of peer texts. An introduction to careers in professional writing as well as to the required skills, applicable technology, and related professional concerns. A writing intensive course for Early Childhood Education majors. Utilizing writing workshops, the course will focus on producing and analyzing discourse in various genres as applied to Early Childhood Education contexts.