The course will be flexible to allow for a survey of English, European, North or South American writers, for the history of the genre, or for a thematic or topical focus. INstruction will focus on developing the language and interpretive skills necessary to analyze literature written in English. Prerequisite: 104 or C or higher in 105 or C or higher in 195. Restricted to students whose primary language is not English. LA
Through course readings and writing exercises this course engages students in the conventions of three literary genres - the short story, poetry, and creative nonfiction - from the perspective of writers. Students explore the creative process and begin learning to channel artistic expression in order to communicate intended effects to audiences. Reflective essay assignments help students to articulate the nature of their own learning in the course. Students learn to participate effectively in a workshop setting by responding orally and in writing to the work of their peers.
Students in this course will be introduced to the history and ethics of journalism in addition to gaining practical experience in information gathering, interviewing, writing, and editing for newspapers, magazines, and new media. Articles produced in this course may be shared publically in digital or print publications. Prerequisite: 104 or 105 or 195. WCII
The study and practice of professional and technical writing with an emphasis on writing in the sciences, health sciences, and professional programs. Readings will focus on theories and practical applications of scientific and professional communications. In addition to exploring traditional conventions of professional writing and scientific discourse, students will develop strategies for the effective use of document design, editing, video, infographics, and layout.
Taking up where English 103/104/105/195 leaves off, this sophomore-level writing course extends students' abilities to read, analyze, research, and develop argument. Students analyze arguments and create their own original essays. Satisfies both WCII and Information Literacy requirements. Prerequisite: 104 or 105 or 195. WCII, IL.
Students in this practicum experience support paid staff members in creating Viterbo's student newspaper, Lumen. Students working on the Lumen gain skills writing and editing hard news, features, sports reports, arts and culture reviews, and more. In addition, they grow their professional communication, collaboration, and community outreach abilities. May be repeated for credit.
Students in this practicum experience support paid staff members in creating Viterbo's literary and arts journal, Touchstone. Students gain skills in reviewing submissions, editing, professional communication, collaboration, and community outreach. Prerequisite: 104 or C or higher in 105 or C or higher in 195. May be repeated for credit.
In this introduction to college writing, students work collaboratively, learning to read closely in order to summarize, analyze, and respond to a variety of texts. Students gain instruction in research methods and strategies of argumentation, as well as essentials of argumentative writing such as thesis, evidence, organization, and sentence-level effectiveness. By semester's end, students will write a short thesis-driven argument supported by library research. Grade of C required to pass the course. Placement into this course requires an ACT verbal score of 18-22.
The second of two required freshman composition courses in Viterbo University's general education curriculum, this course extends the focus on reading a variety of texts; argumentation, including literary analysis; research; and the collaborative writing process established in ENGL 103. By semester's end, students write a researched argument using library resources. Prerequisite to all other English classes. Grade of C required to pass the course. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in 103 or transfer placement. WCI, IL
In this compressed introduction to composition, students develop skills in reading and argument through practice, guidance, and collaborative learning. In addition to reading texts critically, writing frequently, and completing several major assignments, students work on their writing in small group settings. Writing assignments include literary analysis and researched arguments using library sources. Grade of C required to pass. Prerequisite: placement. WCI, IL