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ENGL 210 - Intro/Bus & Prof Writing-WIC
Credits: 3
An introduction to writing and speaking practices for effective communication in business, industry, and not-for-profit organizations. Practice in composing messages in formats such as emails, social media posts, letters, memoranda, reports, proposals, and oral presentations. Emphasizes audience analysis, organizational strategies, persuasive appeals, style and language choice, format, and appearance. Teamwork, collaboration, writing technologies, peer review, information literacy, and a recursive revision process involving multiple drafts are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
General Education: May fulfill the Writing Intensive Course General Education Requirement.
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ENGL 256 - Editing a Literary Journal, American Life
Credits: 1
This course offers a practicum in the process of editing a national literary journal, including such aspects as reading submissions, evaluating works, deciding upon acceptances or rejections, corresponding with authors, proofreading manuscripts, and preparing text for publication. Instructor’s approval is required.
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ENGL 260 - Cross-Cultural Narratives
Credits: 3
In this survey course for majors and non-majors, students will study works of literature, film, or rhetoric by members of historically under-represented groups. Topics and reading lists for sections will vary, and placing the works in larger cultural contexts will be a priority. A related priority will be to study how such works challenged or redefined existing cultural narratives and perspectives.
General Education: This course fulfills the Cultural Diversity General Education Requirement.
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ENGL 270 - Introduction to Cinema Studies
Credits: 3
Also offered as: CVA 270 .
This course introduces students to basic concepts in film analysis. Students will employ these concepts in analyzing and describing the varied styles, functions, and social contexts of classical Hollywood, documentary, avant-garde, and world art cinema.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
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ENGL 280 - Topics in Writing
Credits: 3
An open topics course, which may involve intensive writing in a particular genre (for example, the personal essay, dramatic poetry, longer fiction), or writing for a particular audience (for example, writing for children and young adults).
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ENGL 296 - Traditions of Giving and Serving in, American Life
Credits: 3
Selected readings in the nature and purpose of charity and service in American culture. Texts include classic works from American literature and social history that raise questions of ethics, stewardship, and the common good. The course also explores how these issues are relevant in the current non-profit sector, with guest speakers and a real-world experience in making an informed gift.
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ENGL 306 - World Literature in English
Credits: 3
A survey of literature in English from the Global South from the twentieth century to the present, including major authors, genres, and movements.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 309 - Literature of the Medieval Period
Credits: 3
A survey of medieval English lyric, ballad, narrative, drama, and romance (including Chaucer), with attention to intellectual, religious, and social background materials.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 310 - Introduction to Technical Writing
Credits: 3
This course teaches engineering and science students to write and talk about design and research problems in terms that satisfy a specialist and also enable a non-specialist to understand what the problem is and how it was (or can be) solved.
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ENGL 311 - New Literacies, Technology, and Cultures, Of Writing
Credits: 3
A course in theory and practice that examines how media of expression shape texts and their interpretations. Course readings include literature and theories of textual studies in print and electronic formats. Readings emphasize the history of the book and evolving electronic new media. The course requires written papers and projects in electronic format.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 312 - American Literature I
Credits: 3
A study of selected works of major American writers (including minority and women writers) from the Colonial period to the Civil War.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 313 - American Literature II
Credits: 3
A study of selected works of major American writers (including minority and women writers) from the Civil War to the present day.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 315 - Writing and Rhetoric for Professionals
Credits: 3
Intermediate-level study of professional communication in business, industry, and not-for-profit organizations. Emphasizes theory and practice of effective rhetoric in organizations. Practice in composition, audience analysis, document design, digital writing, research, and information literacy skills needed to explore, analyze and respond effectively to diverse professional and workplace writing situations.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and a Writing Intensive Course
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education Requirement.
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ENGL 320 - Literature of the Sixteenth and, Seventeenth Centuries
Credits: 3
An intensive survey of the poetry, prose, and drama of the English Renaissance, excluding Shakespeare, with attention to the historical and cultural backgrounds of the period. Representative writers may include More, Sidney, Spenser, Jonson, Donne, and Milton.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education Requirement.
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ENGL 323 - Short Story Writing
Credits: 3
A workshop in the various techniques of writing short fiction. English majors (not Creative Writing majors or minors), as well as other students, may take this course on the S/U basis.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
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ENGL 324 - Poetry Writing
Credits: 3
A workshop in the various techniques of writing poetry. English majors (not Creative Writing majors or minors), as well as other students, may take this course on the S/U basis.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
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ENGL 325 - Creative Nonfiction
Credits: 3
A workshop in various techniques of writing creative nonfiction, a genre that explores how the essay generates new forms when it borrows the techniques of fiction, poetry, and/or drama. English majors (not Creative Writing majors or minors), as well as other students, may take this course on the S/U basis.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements. A Writing in the Discipline course.
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ENGL 326 - Playwriting
Credits: 3
A workshop for the study of the forms and techniques of playwriting in which students practice and share their craft and provide constructive criticism within a community of playwrights.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
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ENGL 330 - Literature of the Restoration and, Eighteenth Century
Credits: 3
A survey of English poetry, fiction, nonfiction prose, and drama from 1660-1785, with attention to the historical and cultural background of the period. Representative writers may include Dryden, Swift, Pope, Fielding, Johnson, and Sheridan.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 333 - Introduction to Linguistics for P-12 Ed
Credits: 3
An introduction to the theory and methodology of linguistics and its applications, including applications in p-12 contexts. The course includes descriptive and historical linguistics, basic notions of grammatical theory, and exploration of some of the relations of linguistics to other branches of knowledge. The presentation of general principles is supplemented by practical problems in linguistic analysis with attention to applications of linguistic awareness in p-12 contexts.
Prerequisite(s): Education major or instructor approval.
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ENGL 334 - Sociolinguistics: Lang Across Cultr P-12
Credits: 3
This course considers intersections of language, social structure, and culture, with emphasis on the study of linguistic and cultural diversity, and language variation cross-culturally on a global scale and in the U.S. Attention is given to the significance of linguistic and cultural diversity in applied contexts, with special attention to p-12 settings.
Prerequisite(s): Education major or instructor permission.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity component or part of the Social Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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ENGL 341 - History of the English Language
Credits: 3
An introduction to the development of modern English from Indo-European with emphasis upon structure and vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 342 - Grammar, Style, and Editing
Credits: 3
This course explores the rules and patterns of English grammar. Students will develop a more thorough understanding of English grammar and apply this knowledge to study literary style, to strengthen their own writing and editing, and to teach English grammar. The focus is on Present-Day English with attention to how grammatical variation may reflect disciplinary or genre conventions and rhetorical considerations.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 343 - Introduction to Linguistics
Credits: 3
An introduction to the theory and methodology of linguistics. The course includes descriptive and historical linguistics, basic notions of grammatical theory, and exploration of some of the relations of linguistics to other branches of knowledge. The presentation of general principles is supplemented by practical problems in linguistic analysis.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 344 - Sociolinguistics:languag Across Cultures
Credits: 3
This course considers intersections of language, social structure, and culture, with emphasis on the study of linguistic and cultural diversity, and language variation cross-culturally on a global scale and in the U.S. Attention is given to the significance of linguistic and cultural diversity in applied contexts, such as language use in educational settings.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity component or part of the Social Sciences component of the General Education Requirements.
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ENGL 350 - British Literature of the Nineteenth, Century
Credits: 3
A survey of British poetry and prose of the Romantic and Victorian eras, with reference to the context of British and European social and political history. Major writers may include Wordsworth, Coleridge, Keats, Hazlitt, Scott, Carlyle, Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, Dickens, Newman, and Hardy.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 358 - Tesol: Theory and Methods for P-12 Educ
Credits: 3
A study of the theoretical and historical background of second language teaching as well as theories of second language acquisition, with special attention to different cultural backgrounds. Topics include practical application of theories through methods of teaching speaking, listening, and grammar with a focus on p-12 contexts. The course will employ readings, activities, and class discussions among students from various linguistic and cultural traditions, and require them to observe a p-12 ELL class or tutoring program, as well as develop and teach an English language lesson.
Prerequisite(s): Education major or instructor permission.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education requirements.
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ENGL 359 - Tesol: Methods & Practices for P-12 Educ
Credits: 3
A study of practical applications of language learning involved in methods of teaching vocabulary, reading, and writing in p-12 contexts, with special attention to different cultural backgrounds. The course will employ readings, activities, and class discussions among students from various linguistic and cultural traditions. Students will observe a p-12 ELL class or tutoring program, as well as develop and teach an English language lesson.
Prerequisite(s): Education major or instructor permission.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education requirements.
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ENGL 360 - Cross-Cultural Engagement: Englsh Studis
Credits: 3
In this course, students will encounter texts, language, and media by authors from historically underrepresented groups who in the exercise of their art add something significant-oftentimes challenging-to understandings of what it means to be human. Texts will be engaged critically, creatively, rhetorically, and/or linguistically, in order to examine pressing cross-cultural issues as they present themselves in local and/or global communities.
General Education: This course fulfills the Cultural Diversity General Education requirement.
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ENGL 365 - Studies in American Literature
Credits: 3
A study of a significant movement in American literature, such as Transcendentalism, Romanticism, Naturalism, and Realism, or a group of writers related regionally, ethnically, or in some other special way.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 368 - Teaching of English to Speakers of Other, Languages: Theory and Methods I
Credits: 3
A study of the theoretical and historical background of second language teaching as well as theories of second language acquisition, with special attention to different cultural backgrounds. Topics include practical application of theories through methods of teaching, speaking, listening, and grammar. The course will employ readings, activities, and class discussions among students from various linguistic and cultural traditions, and require them to observe an ESL class, as well as develop and teach an English language lesson.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education requirements.
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ENGL 369 - Teaching of English to Speakers of, Another Language: Methods and Practices
Credits: 3
A study of practical applications of language learning involved in methods of teaching vocabulary, reading, and writing, with special attention to different cultural backgrounds. The course will employ readings, activities, and class discussions among students from various linguistic and cultural traditions. Students will observe an ESL class, as well as develop and teach an English language lesson.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education requirements.
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ENGL 370 - Modern and Contemporary Fiction
Credits: 3
Readings of significant works by British, American, and Anglophone fiction writers since 1900, as well as some possible attention to related influential writings from other time periods or languages.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 , ENGL 201 , or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 372 - Modern and Contemporary Drama
Credits: 3
Readings of significant works by British, American, and Anglophone playwrights since 1900, as well as some possible attention to related influential writings from other time periods or languages.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 , ENGL 201 , or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 374 - Observation in P12 English Learner Ed
Credits: 1
Observation of teaching English Learners in a US public school. Students spend approximately 45 hours in observation.
Prerequisite(s): Education major or instructor approval.
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ENGL 375 - Modern and Contemporary Poetry
Credits: 3
Readings of significant works by British, American, and Anglophone poets since 1900, as well as some possible attention to related influential writings from other time periods or languages.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 , ENGL 201 , or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 384 - Observation in TESOL
Credits: 1
Observation of teaching English to non‐native English speakers. Students spend approximately 30 hours in observation.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 368 and ENGL 369 .
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ENGL 410 - Shakespeare
Credits: 3
Close readings of representative plays: histories, comedies, and tragedies.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 431 - Advanced Writing and Rhetoric
Credits: 3
A course for students who have developed fundamental writing and rhetorical skills and are prepared to study more sophisticated writing processes, rhetorical analysis, and strategies for adapting persuasive writing to particular audiences, purposes, genres, and publication venues.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. Fulfills the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts General Education Requirement.
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ENGL 440 - Multimedia Writing and Design
Credits: 3
This course will help students improve their use of electronic tools often used in the workplace, learn the rules of design, integrate content, analyze audience needs and expectations, create readable and inviting documents, and use multimedia authoring software to write for various audiences.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
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ENGL 456 - The Novel
Credits: 3
A study of representative English novels of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, with discussion of the social background.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 477 - Practicum in English Learner Education
Credits: 3
Exposure to and guidance in the practical work of teaching and assessing English Language Learners at the primary and secondary levels in US public schools. Students spend approximately 100 hours working with p-12 English Language Learners, divided equally between a primary and secondary school setting.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval.
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ENGL 478 - Literature for Children
Credits: 3
A survey, by types, of distinguished literature for children, with emphasis on developing analytical and evaluative techniques. Introduction to bibliographical aids, review media, and research.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 479 - Young Adult Literature
Credits: 3
This course surveys literature suitable for students in middle and secondary schools with emphasis on young adult literature and the development of analytical and evaluative techniques. The course includes an introduction to current research in the field.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 481 - Cooperative Education in English I
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Professional work experience which education. Written report required.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the chair of the department.
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ENGL 482 - Cooperative Education in English II
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of ENGL 481 .
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 481 .
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ENGL 483 - Cooperative Education in English III
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of ENGL 481 . May be repeated beyond 483 for additional credit.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 481 .
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ENGL 484 - Topics in Language
Credits: 3
An open-topic course, which may concern a single issue in language or linguistics (e.g. Language and Gender, Lexicography: Dictionaries and Dictionary Writing, Genre Analysis: Culture and Rhetoric, Exploring English for Academic Purposes).
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ENGL 486 - Internship in English
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Students gain experience working for organizations or agencies in which skills in effective writing, critical thinking, or literary scholarship are essential. A written report is required.
Prerequisite(s): approval of the chair of the department.
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ENGL 487 - Practicum in Teaching of English to, Speakers of Other Languages
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 2
Exposure to and guidance in the practical work of teaching English to non‐native English speakers. Students spend approximately 45 hours per credit in preparation of lessons, teaching, and reflection. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 368 and ENGL 369 .
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ENGL 488 - Internship: Writing Center
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
This internship introduces the theory and practice of tutoring writing and explores the unique pedagogical opportunities afforded by working individually with student writers. Through ongoing Writing Center observations and tutoring as well as regular meetings, this internship introduces students to current writing center theory and addresses a range of practical issues, such as negotiating goals during writing tutorials, structuring sessions, and providing feedback.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
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ENGL 490 - Topics in Literature
Credits: 3
An open-topic course, which may concern a single writer or group of writers; a literary type or theme (e.g., Politics and Literature, Novel of Social Criticism, Sacred Tales, Black Spiritual Narratives); a contemporary art form (e.g., Contemporary Poetry); or an aspect of modern popular culture. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 491 - Seminar in Professional Writing
Credits: 3
Students will reflect critically on the meaning of certain writing tasks in the cultures of working society. They will become more aware of such topics as the ethics of marketing strategies as applied to writing projects and assignments. They will learn enough about a subject to write not only exploratory but editorial and opinion pieces about it. Attention also will focus on the techniques, problems, and strategies of grant writing, editing the writing of others, and association publishing.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 210 and ENGL 431 , or approval of the chair of the department.
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ENGL 492 - Seminar in Creative Writing
Credits: 3
Students consider various forms of creative writing (drama, fiction, nonfiction, poetry), but focus their work in a single genre. Requirements include a series of progress papers and a substantial portfolio of creative work.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 and one of ENGL 323 , ENGL 324 , ENGL 325 , or ENGL 431 , and senior standing, or approval of the chair of the department.
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ENGL 493 - Seminar in English Literature
Credits: 3
Designed for seniors interested in active participation, the seminar encourages independent thought and research, and relies on discussion rather than lectures. Some recent topics include Literary Modernism, and Women and Victorian Print Culture. Enrollment limited to 15 students. Required for English majors.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 180 or junior standing.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature General Education requirement.
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ENGL 495 - Independent Study in English
Credits: 3
Designed to provide advanced students an opportunity to do serious research on a topic which is not covered in any regularly scheduled course offered by the English Department. In advance of the semester in which students plan to undertake projects, they must arrange for directors and secure approval from the chair of the English Department.
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ENGL 497 - Honors Work in English Literature
Credits: 3
Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in English Literature if ENGL 498 is completed.
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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ENGL 498 - Honors Candidacy in English Literature
Credits: 3
Continuation of ENGL 497 .
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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ENT 100 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary survey course covering all dimensions of starting and operating a new business venture. Students will analyze and investigate the current trends and opportunities in entrepreneurship. Topics include entrepreneurship theory, opportunity recognition, the entrepreneurial process, entrepreneurship in a corporate context, the characteristics of entrepreneurs, market assessment, and entrepreneurial careers.
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ENT 200 - Creativity and Innovation
Credits: 3
An examination of the techniques and processes of innovation and creativity that lead to new business development as an independent new venture or in existing organizations. Exposure to techniques, concepts, and methods for managing the creative process in individual and group contexts with emphasis on accountability for creative quality. Lectures, experiential learning, discussions, and guest speakers.
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ENT 330 - Business Planning and Venture Finance
Credits: 3
A survey course focusing on development of business plans and raising capital. The components of a business plan are covered, including the research process required to gather necessary information. Sources of seed and growth capital are covered, as well as financial challenges faced by the entrepreneur. Students develop a comprehensive business plan that is presented to a panel of entrepreneurs and bankers.
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ENT 420 - Entrepreneurial Consulting
Credits: 3
An experiential learning course in which students conduct an audit of an existing entrepreneurial firm in the local community. Included in the audit is a holistic investigation of the firm’s internal and external environments, including each of the functional areas. Students learn to integrate and apply their knowledge in “real world” settings and test their analytical skills by confronting and solving complex business problems. Suggestions for improvement are offered based upon findings.
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ENT 450 - Entrepreneurship and Product Development
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary perspective on the interfaces between new product development, innovation, and technology. Examines product development capability as an essential element of successful business strategy and a key component of an “entrepreneurial mindset.” Students develop a working prototype for a new product and a comprehensive new product plan including a market assessment.
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ENT 470 - Entrepreneurship:cont Issues&challenges
Credits: 3
An integrative seminar designed as a capstone experience covering topics of current interest related to all aspects of entrepreneurship. The focus is on understanding through synthesis.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, ENT 100 , ENT 330 , and ENT 420 or ENT 450 .
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ENVS 290 - Topics in Environmental Science
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Topical studies in Environmental Science. Topics might include water resources, air pollution, environmental restoration, sustainable energy, or other topics of interest. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): certain topics may have specific course requirements.
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ENVS 381 - Co-Operative Education in Environmental, Science
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 2
Experience in environmental research or management with a cooperating employer. Midterm and final written reports required. Credit hours assigned per College of Arts and Sciences guidelines. May be repeated for additional credit. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): Environmental Science major or minor and consent of the coordinator of Environmental Science.
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ENVS 386 - Internship in Environmental Science
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Professional experience in cooperating public or private organizations such as state environmental agencies or environmental consulting firms. Final report required. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): Environmental Science major or minor and consent of the coordinator of Environmental Science.
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ENVS 490 - Advanced Topics in Environmental Science
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Advanced topical studies in Environmental Science. Topics might include water resources, air pollution, environmental restoration, sustainable energy, or other topics of interest. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): certain topics may have specific course requirements.
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ENVS 495 - Independent Research in Environmental, Science
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Students work on a project of environmental and scientific merit under the guidance of a faculty sponsor. Final report required. May be repeated for additional credit. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): Environmental Science major or minor, consent of the coordinator of Environmental Science and consent of the faculty sponsor.
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ENVS 499 - Colloquium on Environmental Science and, Management
Credits: 1
This course contains (1) presentations by students, faculty, and guest speakers on current topics in environmental research, issues, policy, and management; (2) reading and discussion of items of interest in the environmental literature; and (3) occasional workshops on topics such as public communication or technical and grant writing skills. Specific content will vary based on interests of students and faculty. S/U grade. May be repeated for credit.
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FIN 282 - Personal Finance
Credits: 3
An overview of personal and family financial management with an emphasis on budgets, tax management, credit management, investment selection, insurance selection, retirement planning, and estate planning. Business majors may take this course only as a free elective.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
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FIN 290 - Topics in Finance
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
A detailed examination of selected topics pertinent to the field of finance. Offered when sufficient interest and staffing are available.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites will vary depending on topics being covered.
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FIN 304 - Financial Management
Credits: 3
A survey of the field of financial management. Major topics include the financial environment, financial statement analysis and forecasting, leverage, working capital management, assessment of risk, the time value of money, valuation of securities, and capital budgeting. Consideration is given to these topics as well as to ethical relationships among the firm’s contract holders.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 205 and completion of at least 48 credit hours.
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FIN 330 - Financial Markets & Institutions
Credits: 3
A study of the U.S. financial system and the management of financial institutions. Topics covered include financial markets, financial institutions, central banking, monetary policy, and financial market regulation.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 304 , and BUS 115 or CS 157 .
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FIN 390 - Topics in Finance
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
A detailed examination of selected topics pertinent to the field of finance. Offered when sufficient interest and staffing are available.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites will vary depending on topics being covered.
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FIN 410 - Theory of Corporate Finance
Credits: 3
A study of the theory of corporate finance with emphasis on analytic and quantitative problem solving. Topics covered include risk measurement and management, the cost of capital, capital budgeting, capital structure and dividend policy, and valuation theory. Spreadsheets will be employed where applicable.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 304 , either BUS 115 or CS 157 , and completion of or concurrent enrollment in BAN 340 or STAT 340 .
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FIN 420 - Investment Management
Credits: 3
A study of security markets and investment types emphasizing methods of analysis for selection of investments. Primary focus is given to the stock and bond markets. Sources of data, portfolio theory, and management of portfolios are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 304 , and BUS 115 or CS 157 .
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FIN 425 - Financial Derivtvs & Risk Mgmt
Credits: 3
The specific types of derivative securities we examine include forward and futures contracts, swaps, and options. Topics covered in this class include the role of derivative instruments in the capital markets; the mechanics of forward and futures, swaps, and options; and hedging strategies based on derivatives for the purpose of mitigating various types of risk. We will also introduce basic pricing techniques that are derived from a no-arbitrage relationship in a well-functioning market.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 304 .
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FIN 430 - International Finance
Credits: 3
This course will cover issues related to both international financial markets and the financial operations of a firm within the international environment (multinational firms) Topics will include the structure and functioning of the international currency and money markets; identification, measurement, and management of the impact (risk) of exchange rate changes on the firm; international investment and global financing decisions.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 304 .
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FIN 470 - Financial Strategy and Policy
Credits: 3
An analysis of the financial strategy of the firm with regard to investment and financing decisions. Evaluation of the risk and return of various financial strategies is emphasized. Students will have the opportunity to develop and enhance their financial skills through reading articles drawn from the finance literature and through the analysis of case studies allowing students to integrate the skills and knowledge developed in earlier business courses.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 410 , and BAN 340 or STAT 340 .
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FIN 490 - Topics in Finance
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
A detailed examination of selected topics pertinent to the field of finance. Offered when sufficient interest and staffing are available.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites will vary depending on topics being covered.
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FIN 495 - Independent Study in Finance
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
An independent research effort. It requires approval of a research proposal by a member of the college faculty and the dean. May not be used as a substitute for a course which covers the proposed research area.
Prerequisite(s): approved research proposal and permission of the dean.
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FREN 101 - Beginning French I
Credits: 4
An introduction to French language and culture with emphasis on spoken and written communication skills. Refer to world language credit policies.
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FREN 102 - Beginning French II
Credits: 4
A continuation of FREN 101 .
Prerequisite(s): FREN 101 or equivalent.
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FREN 200 - French and Froncophone Literary Studies
Credits: 3
Study of selected works of French or Francophone literature in English translation. Readings represent significant genres and literary periods presented in biographical, historical, and cultural context. The course provides instruction and practice in the writing of careful critical analysis of the readings. May not be counted toward a major or minor in French.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Literature component of the General Education Requirement.
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FREN 203 - Intermediate French I
Credits: 4
A consolidation of French language skills with emphasis on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication. Students increase control of grammatical structures, broaden vocabulary, and become more familiar with French and Francophone cultures.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 102 or equivalent.
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FREN 204 - Intermediate French II
Credits: 4
A review and expansion of French language skills with emphasis on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication. Students refine grammatical accuracy, write on varied topics, participate in extensive oral practice, and read literature and other authentic texts while building on their understanding of French and Francophone cultures. May be repeated for credit at the Paris Centers or similarly accredited programs.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 203 or equivalent.
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FREN 220 - Approaches to French Studies
Credits: 3
An introduction to the strategies of reading, interpreting, and writing about French texts. Reading and discussion of works from a variety of genres with particular attention to textual analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Literature component of the General Education requirements. Some sections may be used to fulfill the Writing Intensive Course (WIC) General Education Requirement.
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FREN 230 - Contemporary France
Credits: 3
An introduction to contemporary French culture and society, focusing on current institutions, issues, and events.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 240 - French Phonetics
Credits: 3
A study of the principles of French phonetics with special emphasis on the difficulties encountered by American students. Brief introduction to the history of the French language.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 270 - French Conversation
Credits: 1
A course that develops spoken communication skills in French. May be repeated for elective credit, but counted toward a major or minor in French only once.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 271 - French Play Production
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
Rehearsal and performance of a play or excerpts of a play in French. No prior acting experience required.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 203 .
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
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FREN 290 - Topics in French
Credits: 3
A study of selected themes or issues in French or Francophone literature, language, or civilization. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 291 - Topics in World Cinema
Credits: 3
Also offered as: CVA 291 .
Students examine and analyze the cinema of a particular country or region both in its cultural context and in its relation to global film production and exhibition. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts or Cultural Diversity component of the General Education requirements.
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FREN 300 - Top:fren&francophone Cultures
Credits: 3
A study of critical cultural contributions of France and the Francophone world. All work done in English. May not be counted toward a major or minor in French. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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FREN 301 - Advanced Oral Expression
Credits: 3
Development of advanced speaking and oral comprehension skills through intensive oral practice. Through discussion, role-play, debate, and other activities, students improve fluency, increase vocabulary, refine grammatical accuracy, and learn to use appropriate linguistic register.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 302 - Advanced Written Expression
Credits: 3
Development of advanced writing skills in French. Using a variety of source materials including film, fiction, and nonfiction writing, students develop vocabulary, improve grammatical accuracy, and refine their ability to write in a variety of styles and genres for various occasions.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 306 - Contemporary French Language and, Communication
Credits: 3
This course develops advanced language skills and cultural knowledge through work with contemporary French-language media, including newspapers, magazines, television, cinema, and the internet.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 307 - Professional French
Credits: 3
A study of the French language as it is used in the international business world, including general commercial technology, correspondence, and the basic workings of French business.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 204 .
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FREN 351 - French Texts Ane Society: From, Feudalism to Humanism
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary survey of French literature and cultural history from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance. Culturally significant texts (literary, historical, philosophical, and artistic) are examined within the context of medieval and early modern French society.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 220 .
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