Area 2 Courses
Students who wish to fulfill Area 2 of the Liberal Education Requirements -- Ideas, Cultural Traditions, and Values -- can choose from among the following English courses.
Several of these courses are also listed in LE Area 6: Creativity and Aesthetic Experience. Such courses will cover either but not both areas 2 and 6.
One course, ENGL 1644: Intro to World Literature, is listed in Area 7: Critical Issues in a Global Context. It will cover both areas (2 and 7) simultaneously, although it will count only once in your overall hours toward the degree.
For information on how each course will fit into your major, please direct questions to your in-major advisor.
ENGL 1604: Introduction to Poetry (also in Area 6)
This course examines the genre of poetry from the Old English period up to contemporary writers. Emphasis is on close reading and poetic forms and conventions. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1614: Introduction to Short Fiction (also in Area 6)
This course introduces the knowledge and skills required to read and understand short stories and novellas. Readings trace the development of short fiction from the fable and myth to contemporary narrative forms. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1624: Introduction to Detective Fiction
This course introduces students to classic and modern texts of detective fiction from a variety of historical periods and cultural traditions. (3H,3C)
ENGL 16434: Introduction to Shakespeare (also in Area 6)
This course introduces Shakespeare's drama and poetry, including at least one modern adaptation of a Shakespearean play (play, novel, movie, opera, etc.). Emphasis will be placed on how to read a play, how to read Shakespearean verse, and how the various genres of Shakespearean drama differ. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1644: Introduction to World Literature (also in Area 6)
This course examines masterpieces of world literature in translation. Readings will focus upon one or two common themes across places and times. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1654: Introduction to Science Fiction and Fantasy
This course introduces a variety of speculative works within the genres of science fiction and fantasy. Attention will be given to the development and principal characteristics of each genre. Emphasis will be placed on the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which specific speculative texts have been produced. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1664: Introduction to Women's Literature
This introductory course will examine literary and cultural questions raised by women writers throughout history and from different cultural backgrounds. Emphasis will be on women's writing in English, but the course may include some literature in translation. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1674: Introduction to African American Literature
This course introduces students to some of the major writers of the African American literary tradition from such early poets as Phillis Wheatley to such contemporary novelists as Toni Morrison. The course will situate the literary works within their historical and cultural contexts, but will also emphasize close readings of the texts. (3H,3C)
ENGL 1684: Introduction to Drama
This course examines the history, structures, and dynamics of dramatic literature and theatre practice. Classic and contemporary texts from around the world will be read with emphasis on the traditions and influences that have shaped dramatic form. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2444: Ancient Greek and Roman Mythology (cross-listed with CLA 2444 and HUM 2444)
Survey of Ancient Greek and Roman mythology and modern interpretations. In English. No knowledge of Ancient Greek or Latin required. Not for credit toward a Latin Minor. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2454: Ancient Greek and Latin Literature in Translation (cross-listed with CLA 2454 and HUM 2454)
A variable content course devoted to the study of major works of Ancient Greek and Latin literature in English translation. May be repeated for credit with different content. In English. No knowledge of Ancient Greek or Latin required. Not for credit toward a Latin Minor. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2515: Survey of British Literature I
The first part of a two-course sequence introducing students to the major writers of the British literary tradition; 2515 extends from the medieval period to the death of Alexander Pope in 1744; 2516 continues to the present day. This course provides the literary, historical, and social contexts necessary to comprehend significant developments in poetry, drama, prose fiction, and criticism. Pre: 1106 or H1204 or COMM 1016. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2516: Survey of British Literature II
The second part of a two-course sequence introducing students to the major writers of the British literary tradition; 2516 continues to the present day. This course provides the literary, historical, and social contexts necessary to comprehend significant developments in poetry, drama, prose fiction, and criticism. Pre: 1106 or H1204 or COMM 1016. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2525: Survey of American Literature I (Prereq: ENGL 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016)
The first part of a two-semester sequence introducing students to the major writers of the American literary tradition; 2525 extends from the colonial period to the end of the nineteenth century. This course provides the literary, historical, and social contexts necessary to comprehend significant developments in poetry, drama, prose fiction, and criticism. Pre: 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016. (3H,3C)
ENGL 2526: Survey of American Literature II (Prereq: ENGL 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016)
The second part of a two-semester sequence introducing students to the major writers of the American literary tradition; 2526 continues to the present day. This course provides the literary, historical, and social contexts necessary to comprehend significant developments in poetry, drama, prose fiction, and criticism. Pre: 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3404: French Literature in English Translation (cross-listed with FR 3404)
Variable content course devoted to the study of major writers or periods of French literature. May be repeated with different content. May not be taken for credit toward a major or minor in French. In English. One 2000 level English literature course required. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3414: German Literature in English Translation (cross-listed with GER 3414)
A variable content course devoted to the study of major Germanliterary works in English translation. May be repeated with different content. May not be taken for credit toward a major or minor in a foreign language. No knowledge of German required. In English. One 2000 level English literature course required. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3424: Russian Literature in English Translation (cross-listed with RUS 3424)
Variable-content course devoted to the study of Russian literary classics. Readings and lectures in English. Topics will range from general surveys of 19th century or 20th century Russian literature to more intensive study of the works of a single major author like Tolstoy or Dostoevsky. May be repeated with different content. No knowledge of Russian required. In English. One 2000 level English course required. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3434: Hispanic Literature in English Translation (cross-listed with SPAN 3434)
Variable content course devoted to the study of major works of Spanish and Spanish-American literature in translation. May be repeated with different content. May not be taken for credit toward a major or minor in Spanish. No knowledge of Spanish required. In English. One 2000 level English literature course required. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3534: Literature and Ecology (Prereq: ENGL 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016) (also in Area 7)
Study of the poetry, prose and dramatic literature that tresses human cooperation with nature conceived as a dynamic, interrelated series of cyclic feedback systems. Included are ways esthetic values (literary themes, form, vision, perception, language) intersect with selected ecological concepts such as biocentrism, the food chain, energy transfer, Gaia theory, and ecofeminism; selected works by contemporary ecologists and environmentalists, and a study of the origins of ecology in the Greek home. This is a writing intensive course. Pre: 1106. (3H,3C)
ENGL 3644: Postcolonial Cultural Studies (Prereq: ENGL 1106 or 1204H or COMM 1016) (also in Area 7)
Correlates theoretical, literary, and historical materials from both "western" and "indigenous" sources in order to study at least two postcolonial settings (e.g. Indian, African, South American, Caribbean). Issues will include both contextual matters and literary problems. Pre: 1106. (3H,3C)
ENGL 4165: Shakespeare I
The plays of Shakespeare. 4165: Shakespeare's early career (1590-1600), including history plays from HENRY VI to HENRY V, comedies from THE COMEDY OF ERRORS to THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, and early tragedies such as ROMEO AND JULIET and JULIUS CAESAR. (3H,3C)
ENGL 4166: Shakespeare II
The plays of Shakespeare. 4166: the later career, including "problem plays" such as MEASURE FOR MEASURE, the great tragedies (HAMLET, KING LEAR, OTHELLO, MACBETH), and the romances such as THE TEMPEST. (3H,3C)