English
Professor Susan Schneibel, Chair, Division of Humanities
The Major in Literature in English or the Major in Writing/Communication are recommended for a variety of careers. The skills emphasized in organized thinking, writing, and research prepare the student not only for teaching and for the many branches of editing and publishing but also for other professions such as law, librarianship, and the ministry. These same skills are in demand in business and industry, where leadership positions go to those who can think logically and express themselves clearly.
The Major in Literature in English requires a minimum of 49 hours, including 39 hours in English, 10 hours in related fields. Courses required are English 162, 311, 351, 352, and Humanities 201 and 347. Three hours are selected from English 221 or 242 and three hours from English 222 or 241; one course from 331, 333, and 334 is required; one course from 332, 335, and 336; and one additional course in literature at the 300-level. The additional hours are to be selected from catalogue offerings under English, excluding English 216, 217, 315, and 317, which primarily serve the Writing/Communication major. One course, however, chosen from 213, 214, 314 may count for credit in the Literature in English major. Two related-required courses are to be chosen from History 111, 112, 203, 242, 249, 321, 342; Religion 344; and Philosophy 205, 206, 207.
The Major in English for Teacher Licensure requires a minimum of 43 hours, including 36 hours in English, 4 hours in Humanities, and 3 hours in a related field. Required courses are English 162, 219, 311, 312, 351-52, and Humanities 201 and 347. Three hours are selected from English 221 or 242 and three hours from English 222 or 241; one course from 331, 333, and 334 is required; one course from 332, 335, and 336 is also required. Six additional hours are to be selected from catalogue offerings under English, excluding 216, 217, 315, and 317, which primarily serve the Major in Writing/Communication. One course, however, chosen from 213, 214, 314 may count for credit in the Major in English for Teacher Licensure. One related courses is to be chosen from History 111, 112, 203, 242, 243, and 249. Additional liberal studies requirements are Psychology 101 and Sociology 271. Students pursuing this track must complete 29 hours of professional courses in teacher education. The professional courses are listed under Education in this catalog.
The Major in Teaching English as a Second Language is offered as an initial endorsement teacher licensure program for teaching pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. The major is interdisciplinary. Major requirements are listed under Teaching English as a Second Language in this catalog.
The Major in Writing/Communication requires a minimum of 46 hours, including 42 hours in English and 4 hours in Humanities. Required courses are English 162, 216 (3 credits required), 217, 311, either 337 or 343, 351-52, and Humanities 201 and 347. Two courses are chosen from English 213, 214, 219, and two courses are chosen from English 314, 315, and 317. Students pursuing the internship option take 3 hours in literature courses of their choice; students pursuing the practicum option take 9 hours in literature courses of their choice. All writing/communication majors are strongly encouraged to minor in an area that will give them a degree of expertise in a field other than English.
The Minor in Literature in English requires the completion of 15 hours of English, including English 162. On the basis of the student’s particular interest, courses may be chosen from other literature offerings, History 249, English 213, 214 and 219.
The Minor in English for Add-On Teaching Endorsement requires the completion of 15 hours of English, including English 162, 219, 221, 222, and either 241 or 242.
The Minor in Writing/Communication requires 15 hours in writing, including English 216 (3 credits required) and four courses chosen from English 213, 214, 217, 219, 314, 315, and 317.
