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ENGL-077: Writing Fundamentals, Credits = 5
Focuses on key elements of grammar, sentence structure, and composition of a well-developed paragraph. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score and writing sample. Formerly ENG 077.

ENGL-087: Writing Essentials, Credits = 5
Focuses on basic grammar conventions and mechanics; how to think critically; how to construct and combine sentences; how to organize and develop ideas; how to write paragraphs; and basic editing and proofreading skills. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or grade of C or higher in ENGL 077. Formerly ENG 087.

ENGL-097: Basic Expository Writing, Credits = 5
Focuses on the composition of well-developed paragraphs and essays, the writing process, basic grammar, and critical thinking. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or grade of C or higher in ENGL 087.

ENGL-104: Advanced English Composition, Credits = 5.0
An advanced English 101 class. Outcomes for Eng 104 are mirrored in 101 but with an important difference: students learn to compose college-level essays with a special emphasis given to style. The principles of good writing style will be systematically taught and the prose of accomplished stylists will be studied as models of good style. Besides learning to compose expository essays, the student will become a more capable stylist.

ENGL-118: Baseball Literature and American Culture, Credits = 5
Examines the short stories, poetry, novels, and non-fiction that focus on our national pastime in order to determine how authors perceive the game as reflective of larger issues in American life and the human condition. Recommended: READ 088 or higher.

ENGL-120: Creative Writing I, Credits = 3
Literary techniques and forms and encourages writing of original works of fiction and poetry will be explored. While acknowledged writers may serve as examples of the craft of writing, the emphasis of the course lies in developing one's own unique style through various creative approaches. Formerly ENG 120.

ENGL-130: Creative Writing II, Credits = 3
Literary techniques and forms and encourages writing of original works of fiction and poetry will be explored. While acknowledged writers may serve as examples of the craft of writing, the emphasis of the course lies in developing one's own unique style through various creative approaches. Formerly ENG 130.

ENGL-140: Creative Writing III, Credits = 3
Literary techniques and forms and encourages writing of original works of fiction and poetry will be explored. While acknowledged writers may serve as examples of the craft of writing, the emphasis of the course lies in developing one's own unique style through various creative approaches. Formerly ENG 140.

ENGL-144: Introduction to Film, Credits = 5
Examines selected films with emphasis on story, character, and criticism. Formerly LIT 144.

ENGL-149: Classic Children's Literature, Credits = 5
Examines literary fiction directed to children. Formerly LIT 149.

ENGL-210: Myth and Folklore, Credits = 5
Examines the myths and folktales of the world with an emphasis on literature and culture. Course taken prior to fall 2010 also accepted for diversity requirement. Formerly LIT 210.

ENGL-245: American Literature, Credits = 5
Examines influential American literary voices and styles from settlement times through the present. Formerly LIT 245.

ENGL-246: Literature of the British Isles, Credits = 5
An introduction to some of the English texts that launched the West's rich literary traditions, starting over 1000 years ago and covering up to the mid-20th century. Sampling essays, poems, historical texts, stories, memoirs, speeches, plays, and a novel, the course features a wide variety of works from authors representing the British Isles including England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales.

ENGL-251: Voices of Women in Literature, Credits = 5
Surveys selected women writers across time and cultures with a focus on women as authors and characters. Time period covered ranges from the 18th to the 21st century. Student may not earn credit for both ENGL 251 and WST 251. Course taken prior to fall 2010 also accepted for diversity requirement. Formerly LIT 251. Recommended: READ 088 or higher.

ENGL-265: World Literature, Credits = 5
Examines some of the world's great literary traditions, both ancient and modern, featuring poetry, story, and drama. Course taken prior to fall 2010 also accepted for diversity requirement. Formerly LIT 265.

ENGL-277: The Bible as Literature, Credits = 3
Surveys the principle forms of literature represented in the Bible. Formerly LIT 277.