Courses of Study - William Jewell College

Writing Center. In each instance the practical work is
combined with reflective study and with process
analysis. The numbers 342 and 442 are for the second
and third such projects undertaken.Prerequisite:
GEN 102. Enrollment is with permission only.
252, 352, 452. Individual Reading Project.
1-4 cr. hrs. Individual reading projects for highly
qualified students only, undertaken with the close
sponsorship of an English teacher, and beginning
with a project proposal in specific terms. They are
sometimes available for students who desire to
undertake substantial reading programs of worthy
literary works. The numbers 352 and 452 are for the
second and third reading projects undertaken.
Prerequisites: GEN 102 and one completed literature
course. Enrollment is with permission only.
255. Studies in Literature. 4 cr. hrs. A literary
study especially for non-English majors. Various
specified sections will be stipulated (examples:
American Literature, Autobiography, Ethnic
Literature, Introduction to Literature, Modern Poetry,
Sex Roles in Literature). A student may take more
than one semester of 255; to take a second semester
of this course, the student must choose a subject
matter different from that of the first section taken.
Prerequisite: GEN 102.
260. The Common Course: Short Fiction and
Poetry. 4 cr. hrs. An introduction to literary and
English studies which serves as the introduction to
all the emphases in the English major. All English
majors are encouraged to take the course as soon as
possible in their career at William Jewell. The course
introduces the student to the forms of short fiction
and lyric poetry and uses the formalist critical
approach. Prerequisite: Formal declaration as an
English major or permission of instructor. Offered
every semester.
310. Writing in the Liberal Arts. 2 cr. hrs. A study
of the composing process in imaginative, academic,
and real world writing. Students will be introduced
to the concept of "writing across the curriculum" and
will focus on the development of writing proficiency
to an advanced competence, especially for candidates
for teacher certification. Goals include clarity,
precision, a command of perspectives, and grace in
written communication. Prerequisites: GEN 102
and junior or senior standing.
Courses of Study – English
316. Creative Writing: Fiction. 4 cr. hrs. An introduction
to the writing of short stories through the
study of the conceptual and mechanical elements of
fiction and the workshop-formatted discussion of
student manuscripts. Limited enrollment. At least
one completed literature course is recommended
prior to enrollment. Prerequisites: GEN 102 and
sophomore standing. Offered fall semester.
317. Creative Writing: Poetry. 4 cr. hrs. An
introduction to the writing of poetry through the
study of its elements and conventions and the
workshop-formatted discussion of student poems.
Limited enrollment. At least one completed literature
course is recommended prior to enrollment.
Prerequisites: GEN 102 and sophomore standing.
Offered spring semester.
320. Writing in the Real World. 4 cr. hrs. Study in
principles and strategies of argumentation and persuasion
in public writing, including business and
non-profit contexts. The course includes analysis of
ethical principles in argument. Students will complete
a business or grant proposal and at least two
other extensive writing projects. The course will contribute
to the development of a personal writing
portfolio. Prerequisite: ENG 220 or consent of the
instructor. Offered spring semester.
325. Essay Reading and Writing. 4 cr. hrs. A
development of the techniques and practices of reading
and writing essays of a variety of types. Reading,
vigorous output, and small-group criticism and
exchange are combined. Limited enrollment. At least
one completed literature course is recommended
prior to enrollment. Prerequisites: GEN 102 and
sophomore standing.
335. Introduction to the Study of Language
(Advanced). 5 cr. hrs. Identical to, and offered concurrently
with ENG 235, but designed for the student
who seeks to learn additionally about the function
of language. It includes a major research/fieldwork
project. Fulfills linguistics teacher certification
requirements. Prerequisite: GEN 102.
351. Career Paths for the English Major. 1 cr. hrs.
Examines the variety of career opportunities for
English majors outside of teaching and helps students
prepare for successful careers after graduation.
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