Courses

ENGL-2222 (3) Foundations of British and American Literature

Studies major texts of medieval and Renaissance writers who fundamentally influenced the course of English writing. Ordinarily deals with Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Milton, though other classical, medieval, and Renaissance authors may be substituted.

ENGL-3302 (3) Backgrounds of English and American Literature

Studies literary, philosophic, and religious traditions of the Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian worlds, with close analysis of major texts in translation. Compares ancient and modern texts where feasible. Prerequisites: Restricted to sophomore, junior, or senior English or Humanities Majors only.

ENGL-3310 (3) The Bible as Literature

Surveys literary achievements of the Judeo-Christian tradition as represented by the Bible. Same as JWST 3312. Formerly ENGL 3312. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: ideals and values. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.