Courses

Serves as an introduction to media studies, including theories and methodologies for undertaking media scholarship within the humanities. Topics may include the history of the book, text messaging, blogging, and gaming, as well as digital fiction and poetry. Same as ATLS 2036. Formerly ENGL 2030.

Studies special topics in theory; specially designed for English majors. Topics vary each semester. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours different topics. Prereq., sophomore standing. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.

Emphasizes formal study of folk traditions (including tales, songs, games, customs, beliefs, and crafts) within a theoretical framework, using examples from several cultures. Prereq., sophomore standing. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.

Studies special topics in popular culture; specially designed for English majors. Topics vary each semester. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours for different topics. Prereq., sophomore standing. Prerequisites: Restricted to sophomore, junior, or senior English or Humanities Majors only.

Surveys theoretical, critical, and historical writings in the context of lesbian, bisexual, and gay literature. Examines relationships among aesthetic, cultural, and political agendas, and literary and visual texts of the 20th century. Same as LGBT 3796. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors).

Studies special topics in genre studies; specially designed for English majors. Topics vary each semester. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours for different topics. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) English (ENGL), Humanities (HUMN), Film (FILM or FMST) or Theatre (THTR or TBFA) majors only.

Studies theoretical and historical approaches to genre, media, and writing at the advanced level. May be repeatable for a total of 9 units for different topics. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).

Studies specialized topics in the history, theory, and practice of media, such as the history of the book, the theory of digital media, and the theory and practice of multimedia forms. Specially designed for English majors. Topics vary year to year. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Restricted to sophomores/juniors/seniors. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.

Upper-division studies of folk groups, events, texts, and contexts as they reflect traditional knowing---folk perceptions and teachings about the structure and purpose of the universe. Restricted to juniors/seniors. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).