English Studies: Literature

The English Studies: Literature curriculum is designed to develop language skills and to teach analytical skills and research methods necessary in approaching English studies as a discipline. The program encourages an appreciation of cultural heritage through literary works and stimulates the imagination. This major prepares students for graduate school in English or library science, and for positions in government services and public relations.

To complete the Engish Studies: Literature major successfully, the following course work is required:

• 39 credits of Major Requirements
• 12 credits of Professional Writing Component
• 15-21 credits in a Minor or Double Major in Professional Writing
• 37 credits of CORE Curriculum courses
• 11-17 credits of General Electives

A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation, the last 30 of which must be earned at La Roche University.

Summary of Requirements

Major Requirements: 39 credits

• ENGL2021

  WORLD LITERATURE I (SLLT)

  ENGL2021
  WORLD LITERATURE I (SLLT)

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course emphasizes the careful reading of works of world literature from the Ancient period to the Early Modern era (c. 1600). Issues to be covered include the oral-performative origins of ancient literature; the cultural values and social roles embodied in the literature; and the nature of literary language, genres, and traditions. The course serves as an introduction to the study of literature for all majors, as well as an opportunity for English majors to expand their knowledge of important works of world literature. (SLLT)

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2022

  WORLD LITERATURE II (SLLT)

  ENGL2022
  WORLD LITERATURE II (SLLT)

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course emphasizes the careful reading of works of world literature from the Early Modern era (c. 1600) to the present. Issues to be covered include the relationship of global imperialism to World literary traditions; the rise of literatures of resistance; and the major schools of contemporary literary theory. The course serves as an introduction to the study of literature for all majors, as well as an opportunity for English majors to expand their knowledge of important works of world literature. (SLLT)

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2029

  BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

  ENGL2029
  BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course is designed to teach students best practices in both written and oral business communication. Types of communications include: business letters, emails, reports, executive summaries, cover letters, resumes, PowerPoint presentations, and the job interview.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2036

  AMERICAN MULTICULTURAL LIT (SLLT)

  ENGL2036
  AMERICAN MULTICULTURAL LIT (SLLT)

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course emphasizes the careful reading of works of American literature from the early contact period to the Civil War. Issues to be covered include the pervasive influence of cultural contact, slavery, and ethnic diversity on American literary traditions; the quest for distinctively American literary subjects; and the diverse forms of narrative that arose during the nineteenth century. The course serves as an introduction to the study of literature for all majors, as well as an opportunity for English majors to expand their knowledge of important works of American literature.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2039

  MODERN AMERICAN LITERATURE (SLLT)

  ENGL2039
  MODERN AMERICAN LITERATURE (SLLT)

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course emphasizes the careful reading of works of American literature from the close of the Civil War to the present. Issues to be covered include the diversity of voices represented in the American literary tradition; the cultural, political, economic, ethnic, and regional contexts within which these literatures were forged; and the transformation of American literary traditions after the Civil War, as represented by such major developments as Realism, Modernism, the New Negro Renaissance, and the growth of ethnic literatures. The course serves as an introduction to the study of literature for all majors, as well as an opportunity for English majors to expand their knowledge of important works of American literature. (SLAE)

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2XXX

  ENGL2XXX
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL3011

  READINGS IN CREATIVE NON-FICTION

  ENGL3011
  READINGS IN CREATIVE NON-FICTION

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course will provide students with a broad understanding and practical exposure to the craft of contemporary American creative nonfiction, sometimes called literary journalism. Students will read and respond to two anthologies and one book-length work, while acquiring the skills needed to produce their own creative nonfiction works.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012 or ENGL1012H

• ENGL3023

  SHAKESPEARE

  ENGL3023
  SHAKESPEARE

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  The reading and analysis of Shakespearean drama. Plays studied may include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Richard II, Measure for Measure, Henry IV, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like It, Twelfth Night, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth, and The Winter's Tale.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ENGL3033

  AMERICAN ENG:ITS HISTORY & DEVELOPMENT

  ENGL3033
  AMERICAN ENG:ITS HISTORY & DEVELOPMENT

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  A study of the linguistic evolution of the American English language from the older stages of English to current usage in the United States.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ENGL4051

  INTERNSHIP I - ENGLISH

  ENGL4051
  INTERNSHIP I - ENGLISH

  Credits (Min/Max): 1/6

  A field experience in selected professional environments. The student is given the opportunity to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application under the guidance of professionals at the particular institution to which the student is assigned.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL4055

  SEMINAR IN PUBLICATION

  ENGL4055
  SEMINAR IN PUBLICATION

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This senior capstone course equips students with the tools, practices, and habits of mind of the publishing writer. Students will develop a written work in their preferred genre?short fiction, poetry, literary scholarship, creative nonfiction, journalistic prose, etc.?and seek publication in an appropriate market. While attaining publication is not a requirement of the course, students will use the process to acquire familiarity with the resources, strategies, and standards fundamental to publication in their chosen field.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012 or ENGL1012H

• ENGLXXXX

  ENGLXXXX
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGLXXXX

  ENGLXXXX
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

Professional Writing Component Option 1: Choose 1

• ENGL2030

  TECHNICAL WRITING

  ENGL2030
  TECHNICAL WRITING

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  Designed to apply the basic principles of communication to technical information so that the student can learn to present complex technical messages in the clearest possible way.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ENGL3031

  JOURNALISM I

  ENGL3031
  JOURNALISM I

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This is an introductory course in journalistic style and a variety of media formats. Students learn editing, interviewing and reporting skills.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

Professional Writing Component Option 2: Choose 1

• ENGL3032

  JOURNALISM II

  ENGL3032
  JOURNALISM II

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This is an advanced course in newspaper writing, focusing primarily on the production of a variety of news stories. Special emphasis is placed on research, interviewing and advanced reporting skills.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ENGL3064

  WRITING CREATIVE NONFICTION

  ENGL3064
  WRITING CREATIVE NONFICTION

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course expands upon the material taught in Journalism I, Journalism II, and Readings in Creative Nonfiction by inviting students to produce multiple creative nonfiction pieces about, but not limited to, people, places, things, and personal essays.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL3031

Professional Writing Component Option 3: Choose 1

• ENGL3034

  WRITING FOR ADVERTISING

  ENGL3034
  WRITING FOR ADVERTISING

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course is designed to teach students how to write advertising copy that targets various audiences and employs multiple venues: print, radio, TV, and the internet.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ENGL3035

  WRITING FOR BROADCAST AND SOCIALMEDIA

  ENGL3035
  WRITING FOR BROADCAST AND SOCIALMEDIA

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  A course designed to give students practice in the writing of copy for the broadcast media. Included is the writing of news and sports reports, commercials, features and documentaries, interview techniques, and mini-dramas.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012

Professional Writing Component Option 4: Choose 1

• ENGL2025

  WRITING POETRY

  ENGL2025
  WRITING POETRY

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course will focus on reading and writing poetry in a variety of forms. The students will be writing poems in response to those which we read and discuss. Poetry assignments will include variety of exercises on technique and craft.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL2040

  CREATIVE WRITING

  ENGL2040
  CREATIVE WRITING

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  A course designed to stimulate writing in prose and poetry, with emphasis on readings and exercises in craft.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ENGL3045

  WRITING FICTION

  ENGL3045
  WRITING FICTION

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This special topics course enables students to develop the craft of fiction-writing. Subjects to be covered include audience, point of view, characterization, world-building, story arc, dialogue, editing/revising, and publication. Students will develop works of fiction with the support of a publishing writer and the other members of the workshop, and will be provided guidance in submitting polished works for possible publication.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)