2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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POL 110 - World Politics
Provides a general introduction to processes, issues, and policies in world politics. The course moves from the city-state politics of Ancient Greece to the current nation-state-based “multipolar” world, examining the origins of war and peace, the relationships between politics and economic life, and the rules and norms of international interaction in the era of globalization. Students make their own assessments of the changing global political order and challenges that the international community faces. Satisfies the Global Issues General Education requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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REL 104 - World Religions
A survey of major religious traditions, focusing on beliefs and teachings concerning God, humanity, the world, concepts of salvation, and destiny. The course also explores forms of worship and cultural contribution of the various religions, as well as their influences in the world today. Satisfies the World Cultures General Education requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 305 - Writing for Inquiry
An advanced writing course that helps students develop critical thinking and writing skills as well as the spirit of questioning and inquiry. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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CMM 207 - Writing for Media
An introduction to the styles and formats used for writing for various genres and media with an emphasis on print and digital journalism. The course covers, but is not limited to, writing and reporting for print, blogs, and podcasts; gathering original content; conducting interviews; and writing reviews. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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DM 255 - Writing for the Screen
Students learn dramatic and documentary forms of writing for the screen with the goal of producing materials that can be applied to actual productions in subsequent CMM courses. Format, character, conflict, story structure, transition, revision, and preparation are explored through exercises, class readings, short screenplays and class critiques. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
DM 110 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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ART 266 - Writing in the Arts Seminar
This seminar introduces students to various types and styles of art writing. It provides practical experience in writing artist statements, press releases, educational materials, exhibition critiques, and critical and historical essays. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 111, ENG 112, or the equivalent.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 208 - Writing Poetry I
A course designed to give students practice in writing poetry. Its aim is to develop students’ skill and confidence in writing by studying selected examples of good writing. Satisfies the Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 308 - Writing Poetry II
Students write poetry and strive to create work that has a vivid and original use of imagery, metaphor, language, use of sound, themes, and a clear voice. Students read selected works by other authors and produce a chapbook of their own poetry. The course provides students opportunities to write, read, and receive critical analysis of their work. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 208.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 209 - Writing Short Fiction I
Writing of short stories and one-act plays through which students come to recognize the elements that combine to create clear, dramatic, specific and truthful works. Writers read their own works and the works of others to help find their own voice, theme, and style. Satisfies the Aesthetic Awareness and Creative Expression General Education and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 309 - Writing Short Fiction II
This course offers students the opportunity to develop the art of writing fiction. Students are encouraged to find their own voice as they craft and develop their own stories. Class time is devoted to writing exercises and discussing professional and student writing. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 209.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 228 - Writing the Novel I
In this class, students are introduced to the art of novel writing. Weekly assignments, group interaction, and instructor feedback will help students explore various methods of writing their first novel while learning the key craft points of plot, structure, point-of-view, sense of place, and voice. Satisfies the Aesthetic Awareness & Creative Expression General Education and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 328 - Writing the Novel II
In this class, students continue work on the novel begun in Writing the Novel I. Weekly assignments, group interaction, and instructor feedback help students move forward in their manuscripts while they continue to examine and explore various craft elements. Satisfies the Writing Designated Core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 228, or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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