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HUEN 101 – Intro to College Writing (3)

The study of writing on the college level, with an emphasis on paragraph development, writing style, and correct grammar usage in constructing a coherent essay. A knowledge of college writing will prepare students for HUEN 121 English Composition I as well as other courses with required writing. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 121 – English Composition 1 (3)

The study of grammatical form, sentence structure, and punctuation as well as usage, diction, and vocabulary related to the writing process. Incorporating proper grammatical skills into the composition of paragraphs and essay-length papers is emphasized. Once a student has begun main campus coursework, this course must be taken in the classroom and not online. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 122 – English Composition 2 (3)

Discussion and practical application of various techniques and approaches useful in producing correct and effective writing. Includes instruction in research paper procedures. Once a student has begun main campus coursework, this course must be taken in the classroom and not online. Prerequisite: HUEN 121. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 200 – English Grammar for Educators (3)

A course designed to provide a thorough review of English grammar rules and pedagogy for teaching those rules to students desirous to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). This course provides the rationale for answers to questions about grammar. Emphasis is on recognition and use of basic parts of speech, mechanics, punctuation, sentence types, and sentence components as they apply to the written and spoken language. This course is also beneficial for those interested in pursuing English degrees. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 232 – American Masterpieces (3)

A survey of the major works of American prose and poetry from Colonial times to the present. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 233 – British Literature Survey to 1789 (3)

A survey of the major works of British prose and poetry from the Old English period through the Neoclassical period. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 234 – British Literature Survey 1789 to Present (3)

1789 TO PRESENT: A survey of the major works of British prose and poetry from the Romantic period through the present. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 236 – Composition and Literature (3)

A study of effective writing using literary analysis. An introduction to basic literary concepts and techniques as demonstrated in notable works of poetry, prose, and drama. This course may not be taken as a literature elective. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 237 – Journalism (3)

An introduction to the news industry, including practical application of news gathering techniques and news writing. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 241 – Technical Writing (3)

A writing course designed for students to understand and to apply writing strategies for planning, organizing, designing, and revising a variety of workplace documents. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 330 – The Bible as Literature (3)

An introduction to the literary features of the Bible, including elements of its poetry, narrative, epistolary writing, and wisdom literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 232, 233, or 234. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 331 – Classical Literature (3)

A survey course designed to provide the student with a critical understanding of the major works of Greek and Roman literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 232, 233, or 234. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 332 – Literary Criticism (3)

Discussion and practical application of principles and terms involved in literary analysis and of the genres and traditions of literature. Interpretive and evaluative techniques are applied to specific literary works. Prerequisites: HUEN 121 and 122, and either 232, 233, 234, or 331. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 333 – Shakespeare (3)

A study of the development of Shakespeare as a dramatist, focusing on selected works. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122 and 232, 233, or 234. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 334 – Advanced Grammar and Linguistics (3)

A detailed study of English language form and syntax as well as an introduction to English phonology and morphology. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and junior classification. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 339 – Advanced Writing (3)

A study, discussion, and development of a clear expository voice and style suitable for academic or professional writing. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and 236. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 341 – Colonial American Literature (3)

A study of the principal works of the Colonial period in American literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and 232, 233, or 234. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 344 – Adolescent Literature (3)

An analytical study of literature appropriate for adolescents. Emphasis will be given to surveying and assessing the styles and genre of current literature written especially for adolescents, as well as to a historical overview of young adult literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and at least one of the following: 232, 233, 234, or 331. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 421 – Creative Writing (3)

A study of the principles and techniques of imaginative writing. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and 236. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 436 – Romantic Literature (3)

A study of the principal works of the Romantic period in English literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and 233, or 234. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 438 – Renaissance Literature (3)

A study of the principal works of the Renaissance period in English literature. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, 232, and 233, 234, or 331. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 442 – History of the English Language (2)

A study of the nature of the language: questions of origins, language families, development, relationships of English as one of the Indo-European languages. Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and junior classification. (2 credit hours)

HUEN 444 – Recent and Contemporary Literature (3)

Students will evaluate works of Christian and secular philosophy as well as contemporary fiction in order to understand current thought and its translation into narrative. This course is ESOL infused Prerequisites: HUEN 121, 122, and two of the following HUEN 232, 233, 234, or 331. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 460 – Writing Portfolio (3)

The capstone course for the writing minor, this course is taken as a directed study only. The student will be assigned a mentor from within the English faculty, and will work with the mentor to revise and proofread selected written works from the student’s previous courses. The student will also write an original composition and pursue publication of that work. The portfolio is a minimum of 75 pages and must demonstrate what the writer believes is his or her best effort. The portfolio must be judged acceptable by the Portfolio Committee prior to the student’s being eligible to graduate with the writing minor. Prerequisite: Must be taken in the final semester of senior year. (3 credit hours)

HUEN 490 – Literature Capstone (3)

A capstone course, required for English majors that will enable the student to draw together all of his/her college courses and experience and to consider God’s plan for post-baccalaureate study. Prerequisites: HUEN 121,122, 236, and 339; must be at least a second semester junior and have departmental approval to enroll in the course. (3 credit hours)