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* A college level composition course is a prerequisite to all other English courses.
EN 100/101 Basic Principles of Expository
Writing 3 + 3 cr.
An intensive treatment of fundamental forms of
composition, principles of grammar, sentence structure,
followed by the preparation of a research paper. This is a
two-semester course. To fulfill the General Education
Requirement for Written Communication, the student
must complete both semesters of the course.
EN 108 English as a Second Language 3 cr.
A college-level course in English for international students
which focuses on developing skills in listening, speaking,
and writing needed for success in college. International
students take this course, followed by EN 110, to
complete the General Education Requirement for
Written Communication.
EN 110 Advanced Composition: Expository
Writing 3 cr.
Extensive work in expository writing, some treatment of
grammar and style, and the completion of an acceptable
research paper. This course fulfills the General Education
Requirement for Written Communication.
EN 152, 252, 352, 452 Study Tours 1-6 cr.
EN 171, 271, 371, 471 Workshops 1-3 cr.
EN 191, 192, 193, 194 Selected Topics 1-3 cr.
EN 207 Writing Practicum 3 cr.
Extended instruction and practice in grammar and
expository writing, intended for students who have
earned credits in composition but who need additional
training and skill development.
EN 210 Critical Writing 3 cr.
Expository, analytic, and critical writing based on reading
in major literary genres. Required for English majors.*
EN 220 Newswriting 3 cr.
Introductory journalism course providing experience in
writing news and feature stories. All students will play an
active role in writing or layout for the College newspaper
Notre Dame News.*
EN 255 Introduction to Western Literature:
Epics and Poetry 3 cr.
A study of representative epics and poems with an
emphasis on their relevance to the development of
Western civilization.*
EN 256 Introduction to Western Literature:
Prose 3 cr.
A course focusing on selected prose works, including
selections from a variety of literary periods and genres.*
EN 261 The Drama and Theater 3 cr.
Also listed as TR 261.
Study of dramatic literature, acting, stage design,
production, and theatrical styles and trends from the
classical age of Greece to the middle of the nineteenth
century. Recommended preparation for EN 262.*
EN 262 Modern Drama and Theater 3 cr.
Also listed as TR 262.
Study of dramatic literature, acting, stage design,
production, and theatrical styles and trends from Ibsen
to the present. Recommended preparation: EN 261.*
EN 281 The Short Story 3 cr.
Analysis and discussion of selected short stories by
authors from different cultures and countries.*
EN 283 Ohio Writers 3 cr.
Reading, analysis, and writing about selected fiction,
poetry, and/or drama by authors with strong Ohio
connections. Texts may include the works of novelists
such as Toni Morrison, Sherwood Anderson, Charles W.
Chesnutt, and Les Roberts; and poets such as Mary
Oliver, James Wright, Rita Dove, and Langston Hughes.
EN 295, 395, 495 Cooperative Education 1-6 cr.
EN 312 History of the English Language 3 cr.
An introduction to the origins, history, and structure of
the English language. Study of the function of language
in society. Required for English majors and those
preparing for AYA and Middle Childhood licensure,
and recommended for English minors.*
EN 314 Workshop in Advanced Grammar 3 cr.
A systematic study of traditional grammar with
applications to writing, revising and editing, literary
analysis, and teaching English language arts. Required
for English majors and those preparing for AYA
licensure, and recommended for English minors and
those preparing for Middle Childhood licensure in
Language Arts.*
EN 318 Creative Writing 3 cr.
Develops skill in imaginative writing: poetry, fiction
and/or non-fiction.*
EN 321 Introduction to Literary Theory
and Criticism 3 cr.
An introduction to critical methodology and issues
in literary criticism and contemporary theory, using
both theoretical and literary texts. Recommended
preparation: EN 210.*
EN 323 Writing for the Non-Print Media 3 cr.
Also listed as CA 323.
Offers instruction and practice
in professional writing skills needed for careers in
advertising, public relations, radio, and television.
Prerequisite: EN 220.
EN 324 Writing for Publication 3 cr.
Also listed as CA 324
An advanced professional writing course providing
experiences in freelance writing in various genres. All
students will play an active role in writing or layout for
the college newspaper Notre Dame News. Prerequisite:
EN 220.
EN 331 British Literature to 1700 3 cr.
A chronological survey of British literature and its
historical and social background from the earliest times
to 1700, with readings from the highlights of major
works.*
EN 332 British Literature 1700-1900 3 cr.
A chronological survey of British literature and its
historical and social background during the 18th and
19th centuries. Readings include samples of major
works of the period.*
EN 341 Main Currents in American Literature
to 1900 3 cr.
A historical survey of American literature from its Native
American and colonial beginnings to the end of the
nineteenth century, with emphasis on themes, images,
stylistic techniques, and cultural assumptions in the
works of major literary figures.*
EN 342 Seminar in American Literature 3 cr.
A concentration on 20th century American literature,
with emphasis on the relationship between literature
and its cultural and intellectual contexts.*
EN 343 Major African-American Writers 3 cr.
Analysis and discussion of selected works of major
African-American authors.*
EN 369 British and American Novels since 1800 3 cr.
Reading and discussion of significant British and
American novels.*
EN 370 20th Century British and American
Poetry 3 cr.
Poetry, theory, and techniques of modern poets such as
Hopkins, Yeats, Eliot, Pound, Frost, Elizabeth Bishop, Gwendolyn Brooks, Rita Dove, and Mary Oliver.*
EN 381 Women Playwrights 3 cr.
Analysis and discussion of the works of selected women
playwrights of the twentieth century.*
EN 382 Women Writers 3 cr.
Analysis and discussion of works of selected women
writers with emphasis on exploration of vital issues from
women’s perspectives.*
EN 391, 392, 393, 394 Selected Topics 1-3 cr.
EN 459 Postcolonial Literature 3 cr.
Reading and analysis of literature reflecting the hybridity
of cultures in nations which were once part of European
empires. Some introductory study of postcolonial theory.
Junior-senior standing required, or departmental
permission. *
EN 460 Literature of Continental Europe 3 cr.
Study of the structures and themes in the principal works
of representative European writers. Junior-senior standing
required, or departmental permission.*
EN 461 Shakespeare’s Comedies 3 cr.
Also listed as TR 461.
Reading and analysis of Shakespeare’s comedies; study
of comedy techniques and poetic development. Junior-senior
standing required, or departmental permission.*
EN 462 Shakespeare’s Histories and Tragedies 3 cr.
Also listed as TR 462.
Reading and analysis of Shakespeare’s histories and
tragedies; study of Shakespeare’s development as tragic
dramatist and poet. Junior-senior standing required, or
departmental permission.*
EN 480 Great Books Seminar 3 cr.
The reading and discussion of selected texts, important
for their literary genres and their impact on the history
of ideas. An examination of the themes and values of
western civilization. Junior-senior standing required.*
EN 482 English Studies 3 cr.
Analysis and synthesis of the practice of English studies,
including canon formation, research, methodologies,
pedagogy, and issues concerning graduate study and
other professional options. Work will include in-depth
analysis of great works of literature and refining of
portfolios and resumes. Normally, senior standing is
required.*
EN 491, 492, 493, 494 Independent Study 1-3 cr.
An opportunity for junior and senior level students in
good academic standing and possessing the necessary
skills to pursue a research topic or to develop a project.
Closely directed by a faculty member.
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