English course descriptions

This course focuses on helping students develop foundational approaches and processes for writing. Students will learn basic techniques for generating ideas; giving and receiving feedback; adapting rhetorical strategies for audience and context; revising; and editing. Special attention will be given to discussing the origins and application of English language conventions and developing effective revising and editing techniques. This course is required as a prerequisite for Eng-102 for students who score below 18 on the English portion of the ACT or below 435 on the verbal portion of the SAT.

Eng-102 Experiences in Writing (3)

This course focuses on helping students develop effective processes for writing in multiple genres, including research-based academic projects and creative works. Students will learn techniques for generating ideas; giving and receiving feedback; finding, evaluating and integrating sources; adapting rhetorical strategies for audience and context; revising; and editing. Students will also discuss the origins and application of English language conventions. Students will participate in an oral communication lab experience and adapt a research-based paper for formal presentation to the class. Prerequisite: Eng-101 for students who score below 18 on the English portion of the ACT or below 435 on the verbal portion of the SAT.

Eng-201 Introduction to Literature (3)

A general background in the reading, interpretation, evaluation and criticism of literature in various genres.

Eng-221 Intermediate Writing (3)

A course designed to allow students to experiment with three types of writing: fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. Includes study and application of research related to peer writing groups and the process of writing. Prerequisite: Eng-102 and sophomore standing or permission of department chair. Eng-221 may not be taken simultaneously with Eng-326, 327, or 328.

Eng-231 Studies in the English Language (3)

Studies in the acquisition, development, variation and science of the English language. Prerequisite: Eng-102.

Eng-300 (1)

The course includes resume and portfolio creation, attendance at professional placement seminars, mock interviews, meetings with field professionals and internship applications and searches. Prerequisite: upper-level standing or permission of department chair. Also offered as CT-300 Placement Seminar.

Eng-324 – The Nebraska Story: Natural History and Writers of Nebraska’s Great Plains (3)

A study of the Natural History of Nebraska and Nebraska authors with an interdisciplinary emphasis on science, literature, and writing. This course will include visits to selected areas of Eastern Nebraska associated with well-known Nebraska writers. Students will participate in first-hand study of the natural history of the areas and visit sites related to the literature and lives of the authors. The course will focus on the effect of the land and its history on the writers as well as on the biological and geological history of the land itself. Students’ writing and photography will be primary means of response to course materials and experience. Same as Bio 324.

Eng-326 Poetry Writing (3)

A course designed to give students the opportunity to write poetry and to read poetry from a writer’s perspective. Emphasis on contemporary poetry and poets as well as student writing, discussion of theories and application of the writing process, and the workshop approach. Prerequisite: Eng-102 and upper level standing or permission of department chair. May not be taken simultaneously with Eng-221.

Eng-327 Fiction Writing (3)

A course designed to give students experience with the short story. Emphasizes the workshop approach, peer and instructor-student conferences. Students will read contemporary fiction from a writer’s perspective, examining the elements of fiction for application in their own writing. Prerequisite: Eng-102 and upper level standing or permission of department chair. May not be taken simultaneously with Eng-221.

Eng-328 Creative Nonfiction Writing (3)

A course designed to allow students to explore creative non-fiction, its history, and criticism of the genre. Emphasis on workshop and student writing, reading for application, and peer and student -instructor conferences. Prerequisite: Eng-102 and upper level standing or permission of department chair. May not be taken simultaneously with Eng-221.

Eng-341 American Literature I (3)

A survey of significant American writers from the colonial period through the 1840s with an emphasis on the interaction of literature, history, and philosophy. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-342 American Literature II (3)

A survey of significant American writers from the 1840s through 1910 with an emphasis on the interaction of literature, history, and philosophy. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-343 American Literature III (3)

A survey of significant American writers from 1910 to the present with an emphasis on the interaction of literature and culture. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-362 British Literature I (3)

A survey of British literature from its Anglo-Saxon beginnings through the medieval and early modern eras. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-363 British Literature II (3)

A survey of British literature from the Restoration and 18th century through the Romantic era. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-364 British Literature III (3)

A survey of British literature from the Victorians to the present. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-366 Shakespeare (3)

A study of representative history plays, comedies, tragedies, and at least one problem play. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-381 World Literature I (3)

A survey of significant literature from the ancient world, including Greek and Roman writers, on through the 1500s. The course identifies major themes addressed, major structural features advanced, and socio-cultural conditions which were contextual to this time frame. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-382 World Literature II (3)

A survey of significant literature primarily from the early 1600s into the mid 1800s, including the Enlightenment and Renaissance eras. The course identifies major themes addressed by representative writers of the European tradition, as well as additional world cultures. Several Genres explored. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-383 Modern Poetry (3)

Study of twentieth century poetry. While the emphasis is on American and British poets, some opportunity exists for examination of poetry from other cultures. Techniques and philosophy of twentieth century poetry. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-384 World Literature III (3)

A survey of significant literature from a variety of world cultures from the late 1800s into the early 21st century. Included are representative writers from the modern and post-modern eras in developed countries and the developing world. Structural experimentation in these literary works is also explored. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-385 Psychological and Sociological Analysis of Modern Literature (3)

Study of the twentieth century novel. While the emphasis is on American, British, and continental novelists, some opportunity exists for examination of novels from other cultures. Trends and social implications. Literary analysis and critical essays. Prerequisite: Eng-201. Same as Psy-385.

Eng-387 Modern and Postmodern Drama (3)

Study of twentieth century drama. While the emphasis is on American, British, and continental dramatists, some opportunity exists for examination of drama from other cultures. Religious, social, and moral ideas expressed in these plays. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-391 Children’s Literature (3)

A study of literature for children from picture books to elementary-age works. Methods of presenting literature for enjoyment and enlargement of experiences. Prerequisite: Eng-201 and sophomore standing or permission of department chair.

Eng-392 Reading Interests of Adolescents (3)

Reading and discussion of literature appropriate for adolescents. Emphasis on young adult literature. Insights into using literature in the classroom. Prerequisite: Eng-201 and sophomore standing or permission of department chair. Eng-399 Independent Study Hours and topics by arrangement. Prerequisite: Eng-201.

Eng-411 History and Literature of Aging (3)

See Gero-411.

Eng-412 Life Review, Autobiography and Creative Non-Fiction (3)

See Gero-412.

Eng-431 English Language and Linguistics (3)

An intensive exploration of the science of language as it is discussed in socio-linguistics, psycholinguistics and historical linguistics. Course includes study of grammar and linguistic philosophy. Prerequisite: Eng-231 and one upper-level English course or permission of department chair.

Eng-498 Honors Course

Arranged for qualified seniors.

Eng-499 Internship

Students should contact the Office of Career Services to obtain the undergraduate internship packet and review the required process.