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Undergraduate Catalog

English

Chairperson: Dr. Marjorie C. Allison
Office: Simpkins Hall 124
Telephone: (309) 298-1103
Fax: (309) 298-2974
Website: wiu.edu/English

Program Offerings and Locations

  • Bachelor of Arts in English: Macomb, Quad Cities (Literature and Language and Professional Writing options)
  • Minor in Creative Writing: Macomb
  • Minor in English: Macomb, Quad Cities
  • Minor in Film: Macomb
  • Minor in Professional Writing: Macomb, Quad Cities, Online
  • Minor in Queer Studies: Macomb

Learning Outcomes

For student learning outcomes, please see wiu.edu/provost/learningoutcomes.

Faculty

Allison, Banash, Barclay, Beardsley, Buchanan, Cole, Di Carmine, Hamner, Kozhukhova, Johnson, Knox, Lawhorn, Malachuk, A. Mossman, M. Mossman, Ness, Rocca, Vaughn, White, Wurth, Young.

GradTrac

GradTrac is available to English majors. See more information about GradTrac.

Honors Curriculum

Academically qualified students in this department are encouraged to complete an honors curriculum in University Honors, Honors in the Major, or General Honors. All Honors students must complete the one-hour honors colloquium (G H 299). General Honors includes General Honors coursework. Honors in the Major includes honors work in the major. University Honors combines Honors in the Major and General Honors. View more information about honors curricula or visit the Centennial Honors College website at wiu.edu/honors.

Department Information

The Department of English offers the sequence of courses in composition required of all students; literature, drama, and film courses which fulfill the Humanities and Multicultural Studies requirements of the University General Education Curriculum; a major and minor in English, Professional Writing, and Creative Writing; a comprehensive major in English Teacher Education; minors in Creative Writing, Film, and Professional Writing; and electives in advanced writing and creative writing. It also participates in interdisciplinary programs in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Environmental Studies, Queer Studies, African American Studies, and Women鈥檚 Studies.

Although the department鈥檚 offerings are diverse, critical writing, reading, and thinking鈥攄eveloped by active engagement with and participation in the related discourses of literature, film, creative, and expository writing鈥攁re the constant emphases. The department prepares its graduates to perform successfully in graduate and professional schools and in the many fields in which clear thinking and effective self-expression are valued.

Degree Program

Bachelor of Arts鈥擡nglish

All students seeking the Bachelor of Arts in English must complete I, II, and III.A or III.B or III.C or III.D below, and the Foreign Language/Global Issues requirement or Multicultural Perspectives Requirement for the major#. The minimum semester hour requirement for the baccalaureate degree is 120 s.h.

In accordance with the Illinois State Board of Education licensure rule, all candidates seeking a Professional Education License or endorsement are required by 澳门六合彩历史记录 to obtain a grade of 鈥淐-鈥� or better in all directed general education courses, all core courses, and all courses in the option. This rule does not supersede course prerequisite requirements in the catalog that specify a letter grade.

Please see the Teacher Education section of this catalog for more information about 澳门六合彩历史记录鈥檚 Teacher Education Program.

  1. University General Education and College of Arts and Sciences Curriculum Requirements: 60 s.h.
    Except Teacher Education students must complete the University General Education Curriculum Requirements, including a General Education Mathematics course: 37 s.h.
  2. Core Courses: 12 s.h.
    ENG 281, 285, 299, 476鈥�
  3. Options of Study (select A, B, C, or D)
    1. Literature and Language
      1. Special Courses
        1. ENG 328, 338, 368, and 376: 12 s.h.
        2. One course in Forms, chosen from among the following:
          ENG 200, 201, 202, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306: 3 s.h.
        3. One course in World Literature, chosen from among the following: ENG 350, 352, 357, 358, 492: 3 s.h.
      2. Departmental Electives (6 s.h. must be upper-division): 12 s.h.
      3. Any Minor: 16 s.h.
      4. Open Electives: 2 s.h.
    2. English鈥擳eacher Education
      1. Special Courses
        1. Choose two of the following: ENG/BC&J 290; ENG 303, 381, 388, 480: 6 s.h.
        2. ENG 328 and 338: 6 s.h.
        3. One upper-division course in Social Justice, chosen from among the following: ENG 307, 346, 348, 350, 357, 358, 359, 392; or ENG 400, 401, 409 when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        4. ENG 384鈥�, 466, 471: 9 s.h.
        5. ENG 433: 3 s.h.
        6. One upper-division course in Grammar and Language, chosen from among the following: ENG 370, 372, 483: 3 s.h.
        7. One upper-division course in World Literature, chosen from among the following: ENG 350, 352, 357, 358, 492: 3 s.h.
      2. Other
        1. Professional Education Sequence: 15 s.h.
          ENG 366; EDS 202, 301, 303 (2 s.h.), 304 (1 s.h.), 305, 401
        2. SPED 390: 3 s.h.
        3. EDUC 239, 339, 439: 3 s.h.
        4. STCH 480: 12 s.h.
      3. English Language Arts Emphasis (choose a, b, c, or d)
        1. Creative Writing: 6 s.h.
          Two upper-division Creative Writing courses
        2. Literature: 6 s.h.
          Two upper-division Literature courses
        3. Professional Writing: 6 s.h.
          ENG 381 and one upper-division Professional Writing course
        4. Film: 6 s.h.
          ENG/BC&J 290 and one upper-division Film course
    3. Creative Writing
      Not open to students enrolled in the Creative Writing minor.
      1. Special Courses
        1. ENG 376, 385, 386, and 387: 12 s.h.
        2. Two additional courses in Creative Writing, chosen from among the following: ENG 485, 486, 487: 6 s.h.
        3. One course in Forms, corresponding with one of the courses selected from C.1.b above, chosen from among the following:
          ENG 304, 305, 306: 3 s.h.
      2. Departmental Electives: 6 s.h.
      3. Any Minor: 16 s.h.
      4. Open Electives: 5 s.h.
    4. Professional Writing
      Not open to students enrolled in the Professional Writing minor.
      1. Special Courses
        1. ENG 376, 380鈥�, 381鈥�, 481, 483, and 495 (3 s.h.): 18 s.h.
        2. One additional course in Professional Writing, chosen from among the following: ENG 370, 388, 480, 484, 489, 495: 3 s.h.
      2. Departmental Electives: 6 s.h.
      3. Any Minor: 16 s.h.
      4. Open Electives: 5 s.h.

# The Foreign Language/Global Issues graduation requirement or Multicultural Perspectives graduation requirement may be fulfilled by successfully completing one of the following: 1) a designated foreign language requirement; 2) a General Education Global Issues (GEGI) course; 3) an English (ENG) Global Issues (DSGI) course; or 4) an approved Study Abroad program.

鈥� ENG 476 fulfills the Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) graduation requirement for the Literature and Language option and the Creative Writing option. ENG 384 and 476 fulfill the Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) graduation requirement for the Teacher Education option. ENG 380, 381, and 476 fulfill the Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) graduation requirement for the Professional Writing option.

Minors

Minor in Creative Writing: 17鈥�18 s.h.

Not open to students enrolled in the Creative Writing option of the B.A. in English.

  1. ENG 285: 3 s.h.
  2. Choose one of the following three sequences: 6 s.h.
    1. ENG 385 and 485
    2. ENG 386 and 486
    3. ENG 387 and 487
  3. Choose one intermediate course in second genre: 2鈥�3 s.h.
    ENG 385, 386, 387; THEA 409, 419
  4. Choose two literature courses from the following: 6 s.h.
    ENG 200, 201, 202, 300, 358, any 300-400 level course in English Literature
Minor in English: 18 s.h.
  1. ENG 299: 3 s.h.
  2. English Electives: 15 s.h.
    At least three electives must be taken at the 300-400 level
Minor in Film: 18 s.h.
  1. ENG/BC&J 290, 390, 496: 9 s.h.
  2. 9 s.h. of elective courses chosen from the following: 9 s.h.
    BC&J 333; BC&J/ENG 394; BC&J/ENG/WS 494; ENG 389, 392, 393; ENG/REL 492; F L 392; THEA 473
Minor in Professional Writing: 18 s.h.

Not open to students enrolled in the Professional Writing option of the B.A. in English.

  1. Core: ENG 381 and 481: 6 s.h.
  2. Three elective courses chosen from: ENG 281, 387, 388, 480, 483, 484, 487, 489, 495 (maximum of 3 s.h. of ENG 495): 9 s.h.
  3. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course from any major: 3 s.h.

Note: No more than one course which fulfills a requirement for a major may be counted in the minor.

Minor in Queer Studies: 16 s.h.

See Interdisciplinary Studies Minors.

Proficiency Examinations

Freshmen who have been in accelerated programs in high school or transfer students from other institutions of higher education may request permission to take a proficiency examination for English 180 or 280. The examinations will be given by the second week of each semester. A student will receive 3 s.h. of credit upon passing the examination. Direct inquiries to Writing Director, 124 Simpkins Hall.

Dual Program

A dual program in Arts and Sciences and Law is available for English majors. Please see the Dual Programs section of this catalog for a detailed description of the program.

Course Descriptions

ENGLISH (ENG)

100 Introduction to Writing. (3) Introduction to writing as a social act with emphasis on developing flexible reading and writing processes for a range of genres. Offers guidance and practice for those who need additional preparation for college level writing. Cannot be applied toward the English major or any minor offered by the Department of English. Designated sections taught in computer labs. Not open to students with credit in ENG 180 or 280 with a grade of C or above. Graded A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, or U.

180 College Writing I. (3) (General Education/Communication Skills) Study and practice of writing as a social act with emphasis on rhetoric and genre. Cannot be applied toward the English major or any minor offered by the Department of English. All sections taught in computer labs. Graded A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, F, or U.
IAI: C1 900.

195 Introduction to Literature. (3) (General Education/Humanities) An introduction to outstanding works of prose, poetry, and drama which emphasizes the development of the reader鈥檚 interpretive skills. The course is designed to promote an appreciation of excellence in literature. For non-English majors.
IAI: H3 900.

200 Introduction to Poetry. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of poetry from around the world and spanning more than a century, introducing students to questions of social justice and methods of interpretation.
IAI: H3 903.

201 Introduction to Fiction. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of prose fiction from around the world and spanning more than a century, introducing students to questions of social justice and methods of interpretation.
IAI: H3 901.

202 Introduction to Drama. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of plays from around the world and spanning more than a century, introducing students to questions of social justice and methods of interpretation.
IAI: H3 902.

205 Introduction to Shakespeare. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of selected plays, with emphasis on modern methods of interpretation. For non-English majors.
IAI: H3 905.

206 Issues in U.S. Literature. (3) Reading and discussion of important works of American literature from several historical periods, with emphasis on their relation to American society and culture.

280 College Writing II. (3) (General Education/Communication Skills) Continued, advanced study and practice of writing as a social act with emphasis on disciplinary and professional contexts, rhetorical genre, and discourse community. Cannot be applied toward the English major or any minor offered by the Department of English. Designated sections taught in computer labs. Prerequisite: ENG 180. Graded A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, F, or U.
IAI: C1 901R.

281 Digital Writing and Multimedia Texts. (3) This course explores writing as social action and engages students in writing persuasively for public settings. Students will analyze and produce collaborative print and digital texts.

285 Introduction to Creative Writing. (3) An introductory course for students who wish to explore various forms of poetry and short-fiction writing. ENG 285 or consent of instructor is prerequisite for ENG 385, 386, 485.

290 (Cross-listed with BC&J 290) Introduction to Film. (3) Screening and discussion of films from around the world, introducing students to selected traditions, questions of social justice, and methods of interpretation (with laboratory). Not open to students with credit in BC&J 290.
IAI: F2 908.

299 Critical Methods of Reading and Writing. (3) Introduction to basic forms and conventions of critical writing, strategies of interpretation, and theoretical issues in literary studies. Prerequisites: ENG 180.

300 Short Story. (3) The analysis of short stories in light of the elements of fiction (plot, character, conflict, points of view, symbolism, theme, and authorial and narrative strategies). May include consideration of forms ranging from flash fiction to the novella.

301 (Cross-listed with WS 301) Women and Literature. (3) (Multicultural) The study of literature as an art practiced by women, with an examination of portrayals of women in literature. Not open to students with credit in WS 301.
IAI: H3 911D.

302 Popular Forms of Literature. (3) Studies in selected popular forms of literature. Topics may include forms such as detective fiction, science fiction, westerns, horror, romance, adventure, or thrillers. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

303 Forms of New Media Literature. (3) Studies in forms of new media literature, including forms such as digital literature, graphic novels, video games, and/or other literary forms which experiment with medium. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

304 Poetic Forms. (3) Study of a major form of poetic expression. May include a single genre (e.g. epic or lyric), or individual forms (e.g. sonnet or ode). The course will also address both the technical vocabularies and major concepts of poetics. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

305 Non-Fiction Forms. (3) Study of one or more of the forms of non-fiction writing such as autobiography, diary, essay, epistolary, or non-fiction movements such as the New Journalism or creative non-fiction. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

306 Forms of the Novel. (3) An intensive study of one or more of the forms of the novel. Topics may include the epistolary, picaresque, gothic, or other forms. The course will also address narratology and major critical approaches to the novel. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

307 (Cross-listed with WS 307) Issues for Women Writing. (3, repeatable to 6 for different topics) Reading, discussion, and writing focused on a particular social, cultural, or personal issue related to how and what women write. Not open to students with credit in WS 307. Prerequisite: ENG 299 or WS 190, or consent of instructor.

311 Studies in Medieval British Literature. (3) Studies of selected British literary works from the beginnings to about 1500, with the Old English and more difficult Middle English texts read in translation. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

314 Shakespeare. (3) A study of the major comedies, histories, and tragedies of Shakespeare and his contemporaries in the historical, cultural, intellectual, and theatrical contexts in which they were written. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

319 Studies in Nineteenth-Century British Literature. (3) Investigates those qualities, issues, and forms which distinguish nineteenth-century British writers from their predecessors and which inform the literature of their successors. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

328 (Formerly ENG 228) Survey of British Literature. (3) Study of major historical periods of British literature by means of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 299.

331 Studies in Nineteenth-Century American Literature. (3) Investigates the development of a distinctive American literature against the background of the cultural changes in an expanding nation. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

333 (Cross-listed with BC&J 333) The Hollywood Studio System: Structure & Process. (3) Analysis of the American film industry, with an emphasis on the structure of the studio system. Comparison of the historical period with the current corporate structure of the industry. Does not count for the Broadcasting and Journalism minor. Not open to students with credit in BC&J 333. Prerequisite: ENG/BC&J 290.

337 Contemporary American Literature. (3) Study of contemporary American fiction, poetry, non-fiction, drama, and film, emphasizing recent formal and thematic trends. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

338 (Formerly ENG 238) Survey of American Literature. (3) Study of major historical periods of American literature by means of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 299.

345 (Formerly ENG/AAS 245) (Cross-listed with AAS 345) Survey of African American Literature. (3) (Multicultural) A literary and cultural introduction to the study of African American writers, organized chronologically, but with special emphasis on the twentieth century. Not open to students with credit in AAS 345. Prerequisite: ENG 280.

346 (Cross-listed with AAS 346) African American Fiction. (3) A survey of selected African American short stories and novels from the beginning to the present, from Brown, Johnson, and Toomer to Ellison, Baldwin, Morrison, and beyond. Not open to students with credit in AAS 346. Prerequisite: AAS/ENG 345, or ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

347 The Novel in Context. (3) Study of the novel in light of a particular context such as literary movements, social conditions, an award (Booker, Pulitzer, etc.), or political issues. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

348 Ethnic Literatures of the United States. (3) (Multicultural) Study of literary texts, authors, and genres from various ethnic groups in the U.S. Examinations of culturally specific and cross-cultural questions including issues of race, class, and gender. Prerequisite: ENG 280 or consent of instructor.

350 Postcolonial Literature. (3) (Multicultural) A study of texts that address the experiences of empire by writers from countries with a history of colonialism or works by writers who have migrated from formerly colonized countries. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

352 (Formerly ENG 258) Survey of World Literature. (3) Study of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres from a range of cultures, both Western and non-Western. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 299.

353 Great Books. (3) Study of selected literary masterpieces, from the ancient Greeks through the present: European epics, drama, lyric poetry, and prose in English translation.
IAI: H3 906.

354 (Cross-listed with AAS 354) African Americans in American Film. (3) Analysis of the representation of African Americans in American films as a way to consider how imagery affects society鈥檚 attitudes about race. Films from early 20th century depictions of mammies to the 1990s hip-hop sagas will be examined. Not open to students with credit in AAS 354. Prerequisite: AAS 100 or consent of instructor.

355 Myths, Legends, and Literature. (3) A literary study of myths and legends, with special emphasis on European myths and legends and their relationship to literature.

356 Forms of Biblical Literature. (3) A study of the literary variety of the Testaments, including Biblical history, lyric poetry, biography, and letters, among other forms.

357 Nation and Literature. (3) (Multicultural) The study of literature by writers of a particular nation (or related nations) with special attention to that nation鈥檚 identity, history, cultural traditions, and international relations. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

358 Studies in Non-Western Literature. (3) (Multicultural) Study of selected literary works (in English translation) from developing countries, with attention to their distinctive forms and viewpoints.
IAI: H3 908N.

359 LGBT Topics in Literature. (3) Examines sexual diversity and representations of sexuality in American, British, and/or World Literature and culture, with specific attention to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender topics. Introduce students to queer studies and queer theoretical understanding of literature. Prerequisite: ENG 180.

363 Cannabis in Popular Culture. (3) This course examines representations of cannabis in popular literature, film, and television text. It focuses on changing representations of cannabis in popular culture. Prerequisite: ENG 180.

366 Reading Instruction in Middle and High Schools. (2) This course addresses instructional reading strategies for secondary school content area classrooms. It focuses on reading and literacy instruction, design and selection of content-specific reading materials, creating course content to meet learner needs, and formal and informal reading assessment. Prerequisites: EDS 202 and EDS 301.

368 Studies in Literary Theory. (3) Studies in selected works of literary theory. This course may focus on specific themes or topics such as structuralism, hermeneutics, deconstruction, queer theory, or disability studies. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

370 Rhetorical Grammar. (3) Use a rhetorical framework to study grammatical and discourse structures and apply them to students鈥� own writing. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280, or permission of instructor.

372 The English Language in Historical and Social Contexts. (3) Origins and varieties of the English language and its acquisition. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

376 Professional Development Workshop. (3) Students prepare application materials for internships, jobs, or further schooling, a portfolio of writing, and an essay that articulates personal and professional goals. Students will also take part in workshops for career and/or educational opportunities for English majors. Prerequisite: junior standing.

380 Introduction to Professional Writing. (3) Focus on the roles disciplinary structures play in reading and writing. Topics will include rhetorical genre theory, writing research, audience analysis, and the craft of writing. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. BGS online writing course. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280, or permission of instructor.

381 Technical Communication. (3) Developing informative, reader-centered technical communication. Writing, testing, and revising common genres and styles. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. BGS online writing course. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280, or permission of instructor.

382 Book Reviewing and Non-Fiction Literary Writing and Editing. (3) Students will learn book reviewing, interviewing authors, and writing other non-fiction literary stories. Students will read prestige press book reviews and edit and publish their own work using content management systems (CMS) in English department publications. Prerequisite: ENG 180.

384 Teaching Writing in Middle and High Schools. (3) An advanced writing course designed primarily for English education majors and minors; a study of the rhetorical process, practice in writing essays, and consideration of teaching composition. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisite: ENG 280.

385 Writing Workshop: Poetry. (3) Further work in the writing of poetry. Prerequisite: ENG 285 or consent of instructor.

386 Writing Workshop: Fiction. (3) Further work in the writing of fiction. Prerequisite: ENG 285 or consent of instructor.

387 Writing Workshop: Nonfiction. (3) Work in the writing of literary nonfiction. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280, or consent of instructor.

388 Writing for the Web. (3) Theory and practice in writing for the demands of the web: brief, modular, visually oriented, and accessible. Prerequisite: ENG 180 and 280, or consent of instructor.

389 Film Theory and Criticism. (3) Study of various critical approaches to film and an exploration of the theories informing these approaches (with laboratory). Prerequisite: ENG/BC&J 290 or consent of instructor.

390 (Cross-listed with BC&J 390) Film History. (3) This course is an historical survey that covers the international history of cinema from its origins to the present. It considers issues including the development of national film industries, national and international film movements, and the social history of film (with laboratory). Not open to students with credit in BC&J 390. Prerequisite: ENG/BC&J 290 or consent of instructor.

392 National Cinemas. (3) (Multicultural) An intensive study of selected national cinemas, concentrating on how different nations have developed film industries and how these films have affected national identities. Prerequisite: ENG/BC&J 290 or consent of instructor.

393 American Film Genres. (3) Study of American film genres including Westerns, gangster and detective films, musicals, horror and science fiction films, melodramas, and comedies (with laboratory). Prerequisite: ENG/BC&J 290, ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

394 (Cross-listed with BC&J 394) Documentary Film and Video. (3) History of documentary film and video with focus on the documentary as a medium of communication, information, and interpretation (with laboratory). Not open to students with credit in BC&J 394.

400 Topics in Literature. (1鈥�3, repeatable for different topics) A study of a special theme or topic in literature. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

401 Major Authors. (1鈥�3, repeatable for different authors) A thorough study of the work of a major author or two closely related authors. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

408 Senior Honors Thesis. (1鈥�4, repeatable to 4) An independent study project resulting in a substantial original paper. Students will work closely with a single instructor who will evaluate the project. Prerequisites: registration for departmental honors in English, approval of the thesis advisor and the departmental honors coordinator, and senior status in the University.

409 Independent Study. (1鈥�3, repeatable to 6) Independent reading or research projects for the senior English major. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

433 Literature for Young Adults. (3) Survey of literature for secondary students grades 7鈥�12. Emphasis on critical analysis, evaluation, and use of books in various genres.

466 Teaching Literature and Reading in Middle and High Schools. (3) Constructs teaching units for 6鈥�12 grade students that integrate age-appropriate literary genres; and examines reading strategies derived from literary theory. Prerequisites: ENG 280 and 384; 12 s.h. (or equivalent) of coursework in literature, or consent of instructor.

471 Language Diversity and Grammar for Middle and High School Teachers. (3) Examines the relationships among standard and nonstandard dialects and effective practices for teaching grammar. Prerequisites: ENG 280 and 372, or consent of instructor.

476 Senior Seminar. (3, repeatable to 6 for different topics) Intensive exploration of a major issue, era, author, or text, culminating in the writing of a substantial scholarly essay. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisite: ENG 280, ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, senior standing, or consent of department chairperson.

480 Writing and Social Networks. (3) Writing unique to the collaborative, social environment of the contemporary web: groups, conversations, distributed work. In-depth work with electronic writing tools. Prerequisites: ENG 381 or permission of instructor.

481 Topics in Writing Studies. (3) Semester-long study of a topic in the theory, practice, or history of writing studies. Prerequisites: ENG 381 or permission of instructor.

483 Editing and Reviewing. (3) Theory and practice of editing and reviewing documents. Focus on helping peers or colleagues improve their writing. Prerequisites: ENG 381 or permission of instructor.

484 Writing Center Studies. (3) Theory and practice of writing center studies. Issues relevant to consulting, research, and administration. Prerequisites: ENG 381 or permission of instructor.

485 Advanced Poetry Workshop. (3) An advanced course in writing poetry for students already accomplished in the genre. Prerequisites: ENG 285 and 385.

486 Advanced Fiction Workshop. (3) An advanced course in writing fiction for students already experienced in the genre. Prerequisites: ENG 285 and 386.

487 Advanced Nonfiction Workshop. (3) An advanced course in writing nonfiction for students already experienced in the genre. Prerequisites: ENG 285 and 387.

489 Grant and Proposal Writing. (3) Best practices for finding, researching, planning, and writing proposals and grant applications. Prerequisites: ENG 381 or permission of instructor.

492 (Cross-listed with REL 492) Religion, Literature, and Film. (3) (Multicultural) Study of multicultural literary and cinematic texts engaging a wide range of religious traditions. Not open to students with credit in REL 492. Prerequisite: ENG 299 with a grade of C or better, or one 100- or 200-level Religious Studies or Philosophy course, or consent of instructor.

494 (Cross-listed with BC&J 494 and WS 494) Women and Film/Television. (3) An overview of women in film and television that considers the on-screen images of women as well as the positions of women working behind the scenes (with laboratory). Not open to students with credit in BC&J 494 or WS 494. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280.

495 Internship. (1鈥�12, repeatable to 12) Actual work assignments and on-the-job experiences in businesses and public agencies which value the skills of intellect, imagination, research, reading, and writing of the English major. Prerequisite: permission of department chairperson. Graded S/U only.

496 (Cross-listed with BC&J 496) Topics in Film. (3) Study of major subjects and themes in film. Topics vary but may include intensive study of directors such as Alfred Hitchcock and Federico Fellini, or artistic movements such as Italian Neorealism, French New-Wave, Contemporary Spanish Cinema, or Russian Formalism. Not open to students with credit in BC&J 496. Prerequisites: ENG/BC&J 290, ENG/BC&J 390, and 6 s.h. in approved film minor electives, or permission of instructor.

(English Education)

239 Pre-Teacher Education Program Admittance. (0, repeatable with no maximum) Students pursuing teacher licensure are required to take this course in the semester they plan to be fully accepted in the Teacher Education Program (TEP). Students must meet established departmental criteria for admittance to TEP. Graded S/U.

339 Pre-Student Teaching Clearance. (0) Students pursuing teacher licensure are required to take this course prior to their student teaching semester. Students must meet established criteria for departmental clearance to student teach. Prerequisites: Full admittance to the Teacher Education Program (TEP). Graded S/U.

439 Methods for Middle and High School English Language Arts. (3) Preparation for student teaching, including analysis of techniques and materials useful to the English teacher in the secondary school. Observation and demonstration teaching. Open to English majors and minors. Prerequisites: ENG 384, 466, and 499; EDS 301.

443 (Cross-listed with LLA 443) Creative Uses of Literature for Children and Young Adults. (3) Presents the development of effective programs in informal and formalized interpretive experiences for children and young adults, emphasizing individual creativity and sources for materials. Not open to students with credit in LLA 443. Laboratory. Prerequisite: LLA 313.

480 See STCH 480.

499 Teaching New Media in Secondary Schools. (3) This course is designed to prepare students for teaching in middle and secondary schools by focusing on contemporary issues and controversies in education. Additionally, students will examine research methodologies and read a range of professional publications. Prerequisites: ENG 384 and 466.

QUEER STUDIES (QS)

100 Introduction to Queer Studies. (3) (Multicultural) Introduction to Queer Studies introduces the study of sexual diversity, with specific attention to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender topics in a variety of media. It provides terminology and analytic tools and explores important topics and controversies in sexuality studies.

400 Capstone in Queer Studies. (4) This course focuses on writing and research in the area of queer studies. Students will complete an in-depth project (research, video, internet-based resource, artistic work) that creatively and critically addresses issues relevant to queer studies. Prerequisites: QS 100 and two electives in the Minor in Queer Studies.