Courses in English
ENG 100: Fundamentals College Reading/Writing (0.00)
This is a non-credit bearing course intended to prepare students for the successful completion of the composition sequence of Keuka College: ENG 110 and ENG 112. Students are placed in this course based on performance scores on the writing placement exam administered before the beginning of the semester. It is designed to enhance the students' knowledge of standard written English, the writing process, and effective reading and critical thinking strategies. Students required to take English 100 must pass the course with a minimum of a C- before beginning ENG 110. (Offered every fall semester.)(0)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 110: College English I (3.00)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in ENG 100 or by placement exam. An introductory course in reading and writing, with emphasis on the writing process. Primary attention is given to providing students with practice in writing for a variety of purposes and in accordance with the principles of standard written English. Complementary work in developing speaking skills. (Offered every semester.) (LA) (WO)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 112: College English II (3.00)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or higher in ENG 110. A grade of C- or higher is required to pass this course. Continued development of the writing, reading, and speaking skills introduced in College English I, with special emphasis on advanced argument and research techniques. (Offered every semester.) (LA) (WO) (3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 118: Poems, Plays and Prose (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. An introduction to the study of literature through the examination of representative works from a variety of genres, historical periods, and cultural traditions, with an emphasis on the nature of the various literary kinds: prose fiction, non-fiction prose, drama, and poetry. The approach may be topical or thematic and may vary from semester to semester. (Offered annually.) (LA) (VA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 207: Lit and Society in Latin America (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. An introduction to the study of literature through the analysis of representative works from the contemporary (20th and 21st centuries) narrative tradition of Latin America. Analysis will focus not only on literary perspectives but also engage with historical, social, cultural, and geographic frameworks. (Offered every fall semester.) (CC) (VA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 208: Form in Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. An introduction to the study of literature through the examination of representative works from a single literary genre: poetry, drama, the short story, the novel, non-fiction prose, etc. The approach may be topical or thematic and may vary from semester to semester. Course may be repeated with the consent of the instructor. (Offered as needed.) (LA) (VA)(3))
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 209: Topics in World Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. A thematic or topical approach to significant literary works from cultural traditions other than American or British. Focus changes are announced in advance. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered annually.) (LA) (VA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 210: Traditions of Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. An introduction to the study of literature through a thematic or topical approach to significant literary works written in English within a given cultural tradition: American, British, Commonwealth, etc. Focus and reading lists may change and are announced in advance. May be repeated with the consent of the instructor. (Offered as needed.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 215: Environmental Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. Students will read, discuss, and write about works of nonfiction, poetry, fiction, drama, or film that explore the relationship and interactions between human beings and the physical world. The course will examine how various ways of understanding, representing and interacting with the physical environment have consequences both for human beings and for the world which we inhabit. (Offered every odd-year spring semester.) (LA) (VA) (PN)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 218: Creative Writing (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 118 or consent of instructor. Writing and reviewing the writing of peers with the aim of improving skills and better understanding the elements that make for effective creative writing. Focus may be on fiction, poetry, or drama. (Offered every fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 230: Tutoring in Reading & Writing (1.00)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Weekly seminars include the theory and practice of collaborative learning background in approaches to teaching writing, listening, and questioning skills. Practical, supervised work in tutoring. Course also helps students improve their own writing, revising, and reading skills. (Offered every fall semester.) (LA)(1)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 270: History of Theatre and Drama (3.00)
A study of the evolution of theatre from the ancient world to the modern day. Major playwrights of each period are discussed as reflections of the changing physical theatre, as well as the social, political and artistic currents of each period. The emphasis is on the theatre of the West, although other non-western traditions may also be studied. Includes reading and analysis of plays in their social and theatrical contexts. Cross-listed with THR 270. (Offered every odd-year spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 294: English Field Period (3.00)
Off-campus experiential education opportunity that allows the student to apply his/her academic knowledge to a real-career setting. (Offered every January and summer semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 295: Introductory Topics in English (1.00)
Prerequisite: to be determined by the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts. An introductory study of a specific topic within English. Intended for freshmen and sophomores, or for students with little background in English. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered as needed.) (LA) (1-3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 301: Creative Writing Workshop (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 218. Advanced study of and practice in the writing of poetry, fiction, and drama, with emphasis on personal style, technical polish and marketing manuscripts. May be repeated with the consent of the instructor. (Offered every spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 306: Structure and History of English (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. Study of the structure and historical development of the English language. (Offered every odd-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 308: Introduction to Linguistics (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 112. Introduction to the principles of linguistics, including the essentials of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and essential grammar. Course also aims to provide students with an understanding of language change and language diversity. (Offered every even-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 313: Children's Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. A survey of quality literature past and present for children and young adults. (Offered annually.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 315: Shakespeare (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. A representative study of selected comedies, tragedies, history, and problem plays. May be repeated once with consent of instructor. (Offered every even-year spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 316: Alternative Voices (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. A course that focuses on writers whose voices are sometimes excluded or under-represented in the traditional canon: female writers, writers of color, or other "alternative voices" who must struggle to be heard in cultural settings that are either indifferent, uncomprehending, or openly hostile. Issues of gender, cultural, racial, political, or philosophical differences may be explored. Focus changes are announced in advance. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered every odd-year spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 319: Writing Expository Prose (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or with consent of instructor. The study and practice of writing nonfiction prose, including essay, newspaper and magazine writing, memoir, reflection and response, and use of humor, with emphasis on improving expository writing skills. Focus changes are announced in advance. (Offered every spring semester) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 320: Selected Studies in Literature (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. Advanced study of selected issues and topics; for example, third world literatures, science fiction, and myth. Focus changes are announced in advance. (Offered as needed.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 323: American Lit I: To 1865 (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. An examination of American authors from the colonial beginnings to 1865. Attention is paid to the evolution of the language. Focus may change and is announced in advance. May be repeated once with the consent of instructor. (Offered every odd-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 324: American Lit II: Since 1865 (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. A continuation of the study of American literature by surveying American writers of the Modern and Post-modern era, beginning with 1865 and continuing to the present day. (Offered every even-year spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 331: British Lit I: To 1700 (3.00)
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 112. An examination of British authors from the beginnings to the 17th century. Attention is paid to the evolution of the language. Focus may change and is announced in advance. May be repeated once with consent of the instructor. (Offered every even-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 332: British Lit II: Since 17th c. (3.00)
Prerequisite: ENG 110. An examination of British authors from the 17th century through the present. Attention is paid to the evolution of the language. Focus may change and is announced in advance. (Offered every odd-year spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 340: Poetry Studies (3.00)
Pre- or corequisite: ENG 112. Study of form, conventions, and/or movements of poetry through intensive study of a single poet or a group of poets. Focus changes and is announced in advance. May be repeated with the consent of the instructor. (Offered every odd-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 342: Narrative Studies (3.00)
Pre- or corequisite: ENG 112. Study of the historical development, form, subject matter, and/or conventions of one type of narrative, such as the novel, short story, epic, romance, drama, or film. Focus changes are announced in advance. May be repeated with the consent of the instructor. (Offered every even-year fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 376: Special Topics in Theatre/Drama (3.00)
Advanced study of a specific topic within theatre and drama. Intended for juniors and seniors, or for students with an appropriate background in theatre and drama. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered every odd-year fall semester beginning fall 2007.) (3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 385: Applied Aesthetics: Visual and Verbal Arts (3.00)
A course in the history of aesthetic theory and practice regarding the visual and verbal arts. A substantial portion of the course will be devoted to the application of aesthetic principles and theories to concrete problems in the plastic arts and the written work. Also listed as ART 385. (Offered every odd fall semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 394: English Field Period (3.00)
Off-campus experiential education opportunity that allows the student to apply his/her academic knowledge to a real-career setting. (Offered every January and summer semester.)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 399: Independent Study (1.00)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered every semester.) (LA)(1-3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 450: Senior Seminar (3.00)
Prerequisite: senior standing or consent of the instructor. A grade of C- or higher is required to pass this course. The capstone course for the English major. A historical survey of critical and literary theory. Students will develop and carry out a major written project and make a formal public presentation of a critical paper. (Offered every spring semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 451: Sen Project in Creative Wrtg (3.00)
Prerequisites: must be an English major with a concentration in creative writing and in the final semester of classes of his/her Keuka College career. Preparation of a 20- to 30-page manuscript of creative writing. Student works independently and in consultation with a faculty member. (Offered every semester.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 460: Internship in English (12.00)
Prerequisite: Senior standing and completed at least 24 credit hours in the major. Supervised field work in an approved setting for a minimum of two hours per week per credit hour for 14 weeks or its equivalent in total hours. Completion of a formal project or paper under the guidance of a faculty member is required. (Offered every semester.)(3-12)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ENG 495: Advanced Topics in English (1.00)
Prerequisite: to be determined by the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts. An advanced study of a specific topic within English. Intended for juniors and seniors, or for students with an appropriate background in English. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered as needed.) (LA)(3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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