English Minor

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Program Director: Eleanor Nickel, Ph.D.

Overview

The English minor is designed for students who wish to augment other majors with a study of literature and composition. In addition to the development of the skills of reading, literary analysis and writing, it offers students the opportunity to explore a variety of experiences in English, American and multicultural literature.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Read, interpret and critique a variety of literary and non-literary texts that reflect a range of styles, historical periods and cultural perspectives.
Create a variety of literary and non-literary texts, demonstrating effective communication in multiple modes for multiple audiences and purposes.
Articulate the diverse ethical, cultural, political and religious contexts of literary texts.
Analyze the oral and written language of native speakers of English and English language learners.
Use current disciplinary discourse, terminology and research conventions.

Required Courses (Minimum Units: 18)

LIT 180 - Introduction to Literature Credits 3

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In consultation with your program mentor, select one elective course for a minimum of 3 units from literature, language, communication or drama.

English Minor

Overview

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Required Courses (Minimum Units: 18)

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