Program Goals:
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All graduates of the English program will demonstrate
skill in reading comprehension, problem solving,
critical thinking and effective writing to be effective in
advanced study and in the workplace.
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All graduates of the English program will demonstrate
the beginnings of a life-long love for literature and
the performing arts.
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ENGLISH MAJOR
49-51 Credits
Requirements:
CA 212 Oral Interpretation
EN 210 Critical Writing
EN 312 History of the English Language
EN 314 Workshop in Advanced Grammar
EN 321 Introduction to Literary Theory
and Criticism
EN 331 British Literature to 1700
EN 332 British Literature 1700-1900
EN 341 American Literature to 1900
EN 342 Seminar in American Literature
EN 395 or 495 Cooperative Education (1-3 cr.)
(Not needed for the Integrated
Language Arts Licensure)
EN 462 Shakespeare’s Histories and Tragedies
EN 480 Great Books Seminar
EN 482 English Studies
(Not needed for the Integrated
Language Arts Licensure)
One of the following:
EN 220 Newswriting
EN 318 Creative Writing
EN 324 Writing for Publication
One of the following:
EN 343 Major African American Writers
EN 459 Postcolonial Literature
EN 460 Literature of Continental Europe
EN 382 Women Writers
One of the following:
CA 305 Film Studies
CA 309 Acting & Directing
CA 313 Event/Play Production
One of the following:
CA 250 Mass Communication
CA 323 Writing for the Non Print Media
CA 410 TV/Radio
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ENGLISH MINOR
24 Credits
Requirements:
CA 212 Oral Interpretation
EN 462 Shakespeare’s Histories and Tragedies
EN 480 Great Books Seminar
One of the following:
EN 210 Critical Writing
EN 220 Newswriting
EN 318 Creative Writing
One of the following:
EN 255 Introduction to Western Literature:
Epics and Poetry
EN 256 Introduction to Western Literature:
Prose
EN 261 The Drama and Theater
EN 262 Modern Drama and Theater
EN 281 The Short Story
Three courses in British, American, or world literature.
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WRITING MINOR
21 Credits
Requirements for all Emphases (12 Credits):
EN 210 Critical Writing
EN 220 Newswriting
EN 318 Creative Writing
EN 482 English Studies
Drama/Screenwriting Emphasis:
Add three of the following (9 credits):
EN 261 The Drama and Theater
EN 262 Modern Drama and Theater
CA 305 Film Studies
EN 381 Women Playwrights
EN 461 Shakespeare’s Comedies
EN 462 Shakespeare’s Histories and Tragedies
Poetry Emphasis:
Add three of the following (9 credits):
EN 255 Introduction to Western Literature:
Epics and Poetry
EN 332 British Literature 1700-1900
EN 342 Seminar in American Literature
EN 370 20th Century British and American
Poetry
Fiction Emphasis:
Add three of the following (9 credits):
EN 256 Introduction to Western Literature: Prose
EN 281 Short Story
EN 342 Seminar in American Literature
EN 369 British and American Novels since 1800
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ADOLESCENT TO YOUNG ADULT
LICENSE (GR. 7-12) IN INTEGRATED
LANGUAGE ARTS
Students preparing for Adolescent to Young Adult
licensure in Integrated Language Arts complete the
requirements of an English major with two exceptions:
EN 482 and the credits in cooperative education are
not required.
See EDUCATION for Professional Education Requirements.
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AREA OF CONCENTRATION IN READING
AND LANGUAGE ARTS FOR MIDDLE
CHILDHOOD LICENSE (GR. 4-9)
24 Credits
Requirements:
CA 212 Oral Interpretation
CA 250 Mass Communication
EN 312 History of the English Language
Highly recommended:
EN 314 Workshop in Advanced Grammar
One of the following:
CA 220 Newswriting
EN 210 Critical Writing
EN 318 Creative Writing
One of the following:
EN 331 British Literature to 1700
EN 332 British Literature 1700-1900
One of the following:
EN 341 Main Currents in American Literature
to 1900
EN 342 Seminar in American Literature
One of the following:
EN 255 Introduction to Western Literature:
Epics and Poetry
EN 256 Introduction to Western Literature: Prose
EN 281 The Short Story
EN 381 Women Playwrights
EN 382 Women Writers
Highly recommended:
EN 314 Workshop in Advanced Grammar
See EDUCATION for Professional Education Requirements.
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ENGLISH MAJOR WITH A PRE-LAW
EMPHASIS
Students interested in preparing for law school are wise
to choose a rigorous English major which will help
develop exceptional strength in critical reading and
writing, logical reasoning, analytical thought, and
moral responsibility to oneself and others. Because there
is no specific pre-law major, the student must establish
regular communication with an advisor as soon as
possible to ensure the best possible preparation through
course work, co-operative education, advising, and preprofessional
testing.
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COURSE OFFERINGS
* 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 Hughs.
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 asHopkins, Yeats, Eliot, Pound, Frost, Cathy Song, Lorna
Dee Cervantes.*
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. Juniorsenior
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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