English Program

The study of fiction invites us to enter imaginative narratives and confront the challenges of being human. English 104Z provides opportunities for the appreciation of fiction, including deeper awareness of craft and insight into how reading fiction can lead to self-enrichment. Students read a variety of types of fiction, from diverse perspectives and eras, and develop their skills in discussion, literary analysis, and critical thinking. Prerequisites: Placement into WR 121

The study of plays exposes us to texts with the power to shock, inspire, enlighten, and delight; this course in drama can be an empowering and transformative journey toward keener engagement with the world, local community, and your intended path. English 105Z provides opportunities for the appreciation of drama, including deeper awareness of craft and insight into how reading plays can lead to self-enrichment. Students read a variety of types of drama, from diverse perspectives and eras, and develop their skills in discussion, literary analysis, and critical thinking.. Prerequisites: Placement into WR 121

The study of poetry invites us to delve into the biggest questions about life and culture alongside the seemingly smallest issues of words and sounds. English 106Z provides opportunities for the appreciation of poetry, including deeper awareness of craft and insight into how reading poetry can lead to self-enrichment. Students read a variety of types of poetry and poetic forms, from diverse perspectives and eras, and develop their skills in discussion, literary analysis, and critical thinking. Prerequisites: Placement into WR 121

Introduces children's literature, authors, and illustrators. Covers current and classic works, artistic, and literary elements, various genres, and basic book discussion techniques. Emphasis is placed on being able to choose books for different age and grade levels to promote and integrate literature into the curriculum. Students will learn to analyze text using a culturally responsive lens exploring bias, stereotypes, and cultural messaging, and consider ways to frame and select content to meet the needs of a diverse classroom. Prerequisite: Placement into WR 121

Develops a cross-cultural perspective on myths, mythologies, and folklore tales from around the world. Explores different theories of the cultural meanings and functions of myth, past and present. Introduces various ways of interpreting and experiencing myth as texts with oral origins. Prerequisite: WR 121

Introduces the literature of the land which is now the United States from before European contact through early 1800. Considers various literary forms, canonized (such as novel, narrative poem), popular (such as the serialized tale, verse), and unpublished (oratory, diary). Prerequisite: WR 121

Introduces students to the literature of the land which is now the United States in the 19th century. This course covers the Romantic era and literature of 19th century reform. Considers various literary forms, canonized (such as novel, narrative poem), popular (such as the serialized tale, verse), and unpublished (oratory, diary). Prerequisites: WR 121

Students will read poetry, fiction, plays, diary and journal entries written by women from multiple cultures and time periods. Students will learn the elements and conventions of literature that will also encourage the exploration of diversity. Prerequisite: WR 121

This course will examine monstrous beings like Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, the Wolf Man, the Invisible Man, the Mummy, and the Phantom of the Opera in their various incarnations in their folk, literary, and film adaptations. During the term, students will also explore the cultural impact and significance of these creatures in popular culture. Students will learn that monsters are more than just scary stories, rather, they tell us about ourselves and our own cultural values. Prerequisite: WR 121