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ENG 352W - Creative Writing 3 credits
A course designed to be individually centered in the student’s choice of genre: prose, fiction, drama, and poetry. The course will combine full class participation with workshop activity. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 .
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ENG 354W - English Teaching Techniques 3 credits
Theory and practices of teaching writing, literature, and journalism for secondary teachers. Development of syllabi and lesson plans; lecture, discussion, and small group techniques; designing assessment instruments and evaluating student performance, particularly in writing. Composition theory will be explored as it relates to teaching writing for secondary students, with an emphasis on a wide variety of writing experiences, including preparation for the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and the MSP (Measure of Student Progress) and HSPE (High School Proficiency Examination) in writing and reading. Offered Fall and Summer semester. Prerequisite(s): .
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ENG 358 - Memoir and Autobiography 3
This is an introductory course in autobiographical writing. In this course, students will read and analyze famous memoirs and examine what makes them work, and students will write interesting vignettes about themselves. We explore narrative voice, the changing shape of memories, and writing styles. There is a short writing assignment each week, and students submit a final portfolio of their revised work. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or permission of chair. Cross-listed as ENG 558 - Memoir and Autobiography
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ENG 360A - Literature for Children 3 credits
Study of literature for elementary level emphasizing appropriate content, style and suitability for various ages of children. Extensive reading and sharing of children’s literature required. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semester.
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ENG 360B - Literature for Young Adults 3 credits
Study of literature on the secondary level emphasizing appropriate content, style, and suitability for young adults. Extensive reading and sharing of young adult literature required. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Cross-listed as ENG 557
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ENG 364 - Shakespeare In the World 3
This course provides the opportunity to study William Shakespeare’s plays in the Renaissance context while also exploring how non-Western peoples (countries like Mexico, South Africa, and Japan, as well as Native American cultures) have incorporated and negotiated Shakespeare’s works into their own modern approaches. The class will discuss the cultural, political, racial, gendered conflicts that dominate the Shakespearean conversation. In addition, this course will expose students to the nature of the English language and its literature along with the role these elements have played in colonialism. While many argue that it is Shakespeare’s universalism that allows his plays to endure, this class will also examine the question of the endurance of Shakepeare’s plays, pondering whether it is their universalism or the colonization of indigenous cultures, supplanting them with a modern “Western” culture. Equipped with a variety of critical/theoretical practices, students will be asked to negotiate these seemingly conflicting approaches in the form of academic essays. Cross-listed as ENG 564
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ENG 377W - Research Methods 3
An Introduction to advanced research methods in the English Language and Literature disciplines: Types of research, qualitative and quantitative data, characteristics of effective research, formulation of hypotheses, research design, use of print and electronic resources, use of interviews, personal communications, etc., and research writing techniques. The latter will require using either the MLA (Modern Language Association) or APA (American Psychological Association) manuals for reference citations. Students should take this course during their sophomore or junior year. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent. Cross-listed as ENG 553A
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ENG 403 - Special Topic 0-3 credits
Study of specialized subject matter in English. Topics vary, depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s):
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ENG 410W - Grant Writing 3 credits
The components of writing a grant proposal, including preparing a needs assessment, identifying goals and objectives, conducting a feasibility study, formulating a program and actions steps, developing an evaluation component, developing a budget, researching potential resources and critiquing proposals. Students participate in writing an actual proposal. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 .
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ENG 412 - Advanced Poetry 3
An advanced study of poetry, including issues such as translation, evaluation of poetry, the personal nature of poetry, current critical theory and its application to poetry, and an in-depth examination of a major poet. Students will also produce a portfolio of their own poems. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. Prerequisite(s): ENG 310 Cross-listed as ENG 512
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ENG 421AW - World Literature I: Origins to 1650 3 credits
Study of world literature from the pre-literate era to the Renaissance. Representative works from a wide range of periods, languages, and cultures (both Western and non-Western) will be considered. Special attention will be given to works with major literary and/or historical significance, emphasizing the relationships between literature/art and historical, socio-economic-political features of the cultures that produced them. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 421BW - World Literature II: 1600 - Present 3 credits
Advanced study of world literature from the 1600’s to the present. Representative works from a wide range of periods, languages, and cultures (both Western and non-Western) will be considered. Special attention will be given to works with major literary and/or historical significance, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): . Recommneded: lower-level introduction to literature or advanced literature course or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 430 - Modern Grammar 3 credits
Intensive study of modern descriptive grammar with emphasis on functional analysis. Stresses analysis of actual texts written by both experienced and inexperienced writers. Discussion of how knowledge of the development of “mature” writing styles may be used in the classroom and in the evaluation of student writing. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): . or Heritage University test of traditional grammar; or permission of the Program Chair.
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ENG 435W - Language, Culture, & Society 3 credits
Study of sociolinguistic interrelationships among language, culture and socio-economic-political factors in societies; social processes of language change; semantics and world view; sociolinguistic issues in modern society. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): and ENG 330 .
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ENG 438 - Applied Linguistics 3
The application of linguistics to other disciplines as well as the intersection of linguistics with those disciplines. Includes topics in linguistics sub-fields such as Sociolinguistics, Language Acquisition, and Neurolinguistics as well as examination of language-related public policy issues. Student work will include further study of primary and secondary research methods. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 337 or other Introduction to Linguistics course; ENG 377W or permission of Program Chair. Cross-listed as ENG 538
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ENG 450W - Literary Theory 3 credits
Survey of approaches to literature, including biographical, historical, structural, socio-political, phenomenological, etc., and their application to teaching literature. Students will also be introduced to electronic and print journals and their use in the study of literature. Offered Fall, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): .
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ENG 452 - Editing and Desktop Publishing Workshop 3 credits
Theory and practice of producing professional publications in both print and electronic formats (such as the Internet): writing and editing copy; soliciting and selecting manuscripts; working with writers; copyrights; laying out text and graphics for print and electronic media, using desktop publishing programs or by hand; and son on. Course content varies according to the needs of the students enrolled, because students will work both on their own publishing projects and as a member of a team creating a real-world product (such as a web site, a literary magazine or web zine, or a brochure). Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): or permission of the Program Chair.
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ENG 454W - Teaching Comp 3 credits
Intensive writing course emphasizing the application of pedagogical and linguistic theory to current models of teaching writing, exploring a wide range of writing experiences and approaches to writing assessment. Includes preparation for the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and the MSP (Measure of Student Progress) and HSPE (High School PRoficiency Examination) in writing. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): . Recommended: and or ED Methods course.
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ENG 490 - Internship 1-6 credits
Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 495 - Special Project 3 credits
An advanced course designed to permit qualified student to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Includes a public presentation of the work. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 497 - Senior Thesis 3 credits
A capstone course allowing a student to complete an independent research project or scholarly investigation which demonstrates mastery of methodology appropriate to the student’s field of study. As part of the course, the student will also prepare and present a portfolio representing the student’s achievements and progress within the discipline (for example, academic papers, journalistic publications, literary works, videos of teaching, presentations, or performances, and so on). Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 507 - Language Acquisition 2 credits
Exploration of current approaches, processes, and materials used to promote first and second language acquisition. Introduction of relationships among psychological, social, cultural, and educational factors influencing learning and language fluency. Particular emphasis on generative models of syntax: analysis of important syntactic structures of English, exploration of the acquisition and internalization of those structures in first and second language learners through field observations of L1 and L2 English Language Learners and hands-on experience of teaching methods based on those conclusions. Prerequisite(s): ENG 537 or other introductory linguistics course.
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ENG 510A - Poetry 2 credits
An advanced study of the art of poetry, emphasizing original work and teaching poetry/creative writing. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 510B - Grant Writing 2 credits
Workshop course which explores the components of writing a grant proposal, including preparing a needs assessment, identifying goals and objectives, conducting a feasibility study, formulating a program and action steps, developing an evaluation component, developing a budget, researching potential resources, and critiquing proposals. Students will work on individual or group grant proposals during the workshop. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 512 - Advanced Poetry 2
An advanced study of poetry, including issues such as translation, evaluation of poetry, the personal nature of poetry, current critical theory and its application to poetry, and an in-depth examination of a major poet. Students will also produce a portfolio of their own poems. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. Prerequisite(s): ENG 510A Cross-listed as ENG 412
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ENG 515 - British Literature 2 credits
An advanced study of British literature, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching British literature. Offered Spring semester. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced litertaure course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 521A - World Literature I: Origins to 1650 2 credits
Advanced study of world literature from the pre-literate era to the beginnings of the European colonial expansion. Representative works from a wide range of periods, languages, genres, and cultures (both Western and non-Western) will be considered. Special attention will be given to works with major literary or historical significance, emphasizing the relationship bewteen literature and historical-socio-economic-political features of the early cultures and civilzation from which they emerged. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 521B - World Literature II: 1650’s - Present 2 credits
The advanced study of world Literature from the 1650’s to present. Representative works from a wide range of periods, languages, and cultures (both Western and non-Western) will be considered. Special attention will be given to works with major literary and/or historical significance, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching world literature. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 523A - Applied Linguistics I 2 credits
Survey of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics along with an introduction to the history of English, language acquisition and sociolinguistics. This course waived for students who have taken an undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course; substitute an ENG course or other approved course. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 523B - Applied Linguistics II 2 credits
An advanced survey of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics as well as their application to teaching ESL and composition. This class includes further linguistic field research based on study of electronic and print professional journals. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course or or .
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ENG 524A - Special Topic in Writing Theory 1-2 credits
Advanced survey of a specialized topic in the field of Composition Theory or Writing. Offered TBA. (A maximum of 8 credits may be taken in 524 courses.) Prerequisite(s): or an undergraduate teaching composition course or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 524B - Special Topic in Linguistics 1-2 credits
Advanced study of a specialized topic in the field of Linguistics. Offered TBA. (A maximum of 8 credits may be taken in 524 courses.) Prerequisite(s): ENG 523A or an undergraduate linguistics course or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 524C - Special Topic in Literature 1-2 credits
Advanced study of a specialized topic in literature. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of program chair. (A maximum of 8 credits may be taken in 524 courses.)
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ENG 525 - American Literature I: Origins to Realism 2 credits
The advanced study of American literature from the pre-colonial period to the rise of realism in the late 19th Century, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching the full diversity of American literature. Offered Fall Semester. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced litertaure course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 526 - American Literature II: Modernism to the Present 2 credits
The advanced study of American literature from the Modernist movement in the late 19th Century to the present, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching the full diversity of American literature. Offered Spring semester. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 530 - Syntax 2 credits
An advanced study of modern descriptive syntax, including generative and transformational models. The class emphasizes the application of syntactic models to teaching ESL and composition. Includes further linguistic field research in syntax based on study of electronic and print professional journals. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): An undergraduate Syntax or Grammar course or ENG 523A Applied Linguistics I
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ENG 535 - Sociolinguistics 2 credits
An advanced study of sociolinguistic phenomena, including linguistic change, language preservation, bilingualism, and socio-political issues involving language, emphasizing their application to teaching ESL and composition. Includes further linguistic field research based on study of electronic and print professional journals. Prerequisite(s): ENG 537 or other introductory linguistics course.
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ENG 537 - Introduction to Linguistics 2
Survey of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics along with an introduction to the history of English. This course waived for students who have taken an undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course; substitute an ENG course or other approved course. Offered Fall semesters. Cross-listed as ENG 337
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ENG 538 - Applied Linguistics 2
The application of linguistics to other disciplines as well as the intersection of linguistics with those disciplines. Includes topics in linguistics sub-fields such as Sociolinguistics, Language Acquisition, and Neurolinguistics as well as examination of language-related public policy issues. Student work will include further study of primary and secondary research methods. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course or ENG 537 ; ENG 553A or permission of Program Chair. Cross-listed as ENG 438
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ENG 539 - Modern Science Fiction 2
This course examines the development of the science fiction genre in the 20th and 21st centuries. After touching on the Pulp Era and the Golden Age, we will look at the explosion of SF since the 1960s, considering the theoretical, scientific, cultural, and social underpinnings of movements such as the New Wave, Cyberpunk, New Space Opera, New Weird, and more. Readings include a range of classic short fiction as well as a series of classic and recent novels. Cross-listed as ENG 339
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ENG 540 - Literature by Women 2 credits
Advanced study of literature by women, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching texts by women. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): Recommended: An undergraduate Introduction to Literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 541 - Hispanic-Latino/a-Chicano/a Literature 2 credits
Advanced study of Hispanic-Latino/a Chicano/a literature, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching those texts. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): Recommended: An undergraduate Introduction to Literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 542 - Native American Literature 2 credits
Advanced study of native American literature, emphasizing research with primary and secondary sources and teaching Native American texts. Offered Fall semesters. Recommended: An undergraduate Introduction to Literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 543 - African American Literature 2 credits
This course will examine oral storytelling, as well as colonial and post-colonial prose, poetry, and drama, by African American writers to present day. An emphasis on political, historical, and cultural contributions and challenges will help students understand how this literature has been constructed and reconstructed according to how African Americans view themselves and are understood in today’s literary canon. This course will also seek to analyze trends, values, and layers of multicultural traditions by writers of all genders. Students will be able to expand current literary conversations by contributing their own voice and experiences in order to understand how they identify with underrepresented groups in Western culture. Offered TBA. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 544 - Teaching in Specialized Writing Programs 2 credits
In this course, an advanced student serves as an assistant to an instructor teaching / , , , , / , / , / , or other specialized writing course. Classroom, online, and hybrid courses may be eligible. May be taken twice for credit with different courses. May be offered Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of , the course to be taught or a similar course, and approval of the course instructor.
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ENG 545 - J.R.R. Tolkien 1-2 credits
Detailed study of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, with particular emphasis on The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Simarillion, and Tolkien’s critical writings. Examination of genre considerations, including the origins of the world-building model of contemporary fantasy fiction and comparison of written and cinematic versions. Biographical, historical, formalist, feminist, ecocritical, and other approaches will also be explored, and students will practice teaching Tolkien at the secondary or post-secondary levels. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Recommended: An undergraduate Introduction to Literature or advanced literature course and a literary theory course (such as / ) or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 546 - Superheroes 2
This is a course of watching, reading, and analyzing superheroes and other similar protagonists, including study of the Hero’s Journey. Examines traditional texts as well as graphic novels and television/movie scripts. Students will also explore how to create strong, loveable protagonists in their own writing. Cross-listed as ENG 346 - Superheroes
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ENG 550 - Literary Theory 2 credits
A survey of approaches to literature, including biographical, historical, structural, socio-political, phenomenological, etc., and their application to teaching literature. Students will also be introduced to electronic and print journals and their use in the study of literature. Offered Fall, and Summer semesters. Recommended: An undergraduate introduction to literature or advanced literature course.
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ENG 551 - Technical Writing 2 credits
This course explores the techniques of technical writing for academic and professional organizations, including collection of and accuracy in reporting information. Advanced documentation skills will include (a) mastery of paraphrase and summary of materials and (b) parenthetic documentation appropriate to academic projects and publication of articles. The culminating project is a formal analytical report, which will demonstrate analysis and organization of primary and secondary sources, documentation, and professional layout of materials. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 552 - Creative Writing 2 credits
An advanced study of the art of creative writing, emphasizing original work and teaching creative writing. Offered Fall semesters.
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ENG 553A - Research Methods 2 credits
An Introduction to advanced research methods in the English Language and Literature disciplines: Types of research, qualitative and quantitative data, characteristics of effective research, formulation of hypotheses, research design, use of print and electronic resources, use of interviews, person communications, etc., and research writing techniques. The latter will require using either the MLA (Modern Language Association) or APA(American Psychological Association) manuals for reference citations. M.A. students should take this course during their first year in the program.
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ENG 554 - Teaching Composition 2 credits
The course emphasizes the application of pedagogical and linguistic theory to teaching writing, exploring a wide range of writing experiences. Offered Fall semester. Recommended: and or permission of Program Chair.
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ENG 555 - Editing Workshop 2 credits
Theory and practice of producing professional publications in print and/or electronic formats (such as the Internet): writing and editing copy; soliciting and selecting manuscripts; working with writers; copyrights; laying out text and graphics for print and electronic media with desktop publishing programs or by hand; and so on. Course content varies according to the needs of the students enrolled because students will work both on their own publishing projects and as a member of a team creating a real-world product (such as a website, a literary magazine or web zine, or a brochure). Offered Spring semester.
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ENG 556 - Teaching Linguistics 2
The application of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics to teaching linguistics, ESL, and composition. This class includes further linguistic field research based on study of electronic and print professional journals. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course or ENG 537
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ENG 557 - Young Adult Literature 2
Study of literature on the secondary level emphasizing appropriate content, style, and suitability for young adults. Includes exploration of themes, critical approaches, and pedagogy. Extensive reading and sharing of young adult literature required. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Cross-listed as ENG 360B
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ENG 558 - Memoir and Autobiography 2
This is an introductory course in autobiographical writing. In this course, students will read and analyze famous memoirs and examine what makes them work, and students will write interesting vignettes about themselves. We explore narrative voice, the changing shape of memories, and writing styles. There is a short writing assignment each week, and students submit a final portfolio of their revised work. Cross-listed as ENG 358 - Memoir and Autobiography
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ENG 560 - English Teaching Techniques 2 credits
Theory and practices of teaching writing, literature, language, and journalism for secondary teachers. Development of syllabi and lesson plans; lecture, discussion, and small group techniques; designing assessment instruments and evaluating student performance, particularly in writing. Composition theory will be introduced as it relates to teaching writing for secondary students, with an emphasis on a wide variety of writing experiences, including preparation for the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and the MSP (Measure of Student Progress) and HSPE (High School Proficiency Examination) in writing and reading. Offered Fall, and Summer semesters.
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ENG 564 - Shakespeare In the World 2
This course provides the opportunity to study William Shakespeare’s plays in the Renaissance context while also exploring how non-Western peoples (countries like Mexico, South Africa, and Japan, as well as Native American cultures) have incorporated and negotiated Shakespeare’s works into their own modern approaches. The class will discuss the cultural, political, racial, gendered conflicts that dominate the Shakespearean conversation. In addition, this course will expose students to the nature of the English language and its literature along with the role these elements have played in colonialism. While many argue that it is Shakespeare’s universalism that allows his plays to endure, this class will also examine the question of the endurance of Shakepeare’s plays, pondering whether it is their universalism or the colonization of indigenous cultures, supplanting them with a modern “Western” culture. Equipped with a variety of critical/theoretical practices, students will be asked to negotiate these seemingly conflicting approaches in the form of academic essays. Cross-listed as ENG 364
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ENG 590A - Practicum in Teaching Composition 2 credits
Mentored teaching of college-level course in composition, emphasizing application of appropriate pedagogical, linguistic, and literary theory to developing curriculum, lesson plans, and assessment and evaluation methods. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 554 and approval of Program Chair.
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ENG 590B - Practicum in Teaching AELP 2 credits
Mentored teaching of college-level course in ESL/EFL composition, emphasizing application of appropriate pedagogical, linguistic, and literary theory to developing curriculum, lesson plans, and assessment and evaluation methods. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): , , , and approval of Program Chair.
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ENG 590C - Practicum in Teaching Literature 2 credits
Mentored teaching of college-level course in literature, emphasizing application of appropriate pedagogical, linguistic and literary theory to developing curriculum, lesson plans, and assessment and evaluation methods. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Prerequisite(s): and approval of Program Chair.
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ENG 598 - Thesis 2 credits
While enrolled in ENG 598B - Thesis II or prior, the student consults with the Program Chair to approve a thesis advisor. The student identifies a topic in an area of interest approved by the thesis advisor. The student and thesis advisor consult with the Program Chair to appoint a committee of at least three persons (including the thesis advisor). The committee reviews and approves the proposal and research outline. The advisor monitors student progress on the thesis in ENG 598B and ENG 598 . In 598, the thesis must be defended and submitted in duplicate in both print and electronic formats. Student must also complete a reflective essay and exit interview as part of this course. Course is designed to be completed in one semester. However, an option for an IP grade is available for students who need more time to complete their research. An IP grade must be approved by both instructor and academic advisor. Students will only be allowed one extension past the original enrollment date to complete the requirements. After the one semester extension, students will be required to re-register for the course at the full tuition rate. Prerequisite(s): ENG 553A and ENG 598B
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ENG 598A - Thesis I 2
Students will create a research proposal and outline intended to meet the requirements for ENG 598B (Thesis II). The student will then complete initial drafts of the “Abstract,” “Review of Literature,” “Introduction,” and “Methodology” sections for that research project using either the MLA (Modern Language Association) or APA (American Psychological Association) manuals for reference citations. While enrolled in ENG 598A (Thesis I) or prior, the student consults with the Program Chair to approve a thesis advisor. The student then identifies a topic in an area of interest approved by the thesis advisor. The student and the thesis advisor consult with the Program Chair to appoint a committee of at least three persons (including the thesis advisor). The committee reviews and approves the proposal and research outline. However, no commitment is made that the proposal developed for this course can be applied toward meeting the requirements for ENG 598. Prerequisite(s): ENG 553 (Research Methods). Students writing a thesis with significant quantitative content should complete EITHER a course in Statistics at the undergraduate or graduate level OR a course including in-depth study of Quantitative Methods. Prerequisite(s): ENG 553
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ENG 598B - Thesis II 2 credits
Students will create a research proposal and outline intended to meet the requirements for ENG 598 - Thesis . The students will then complete initial drafts of the “Abstract,” “Review of Literature,” “Introduction,” and “Methodology” sections for that research project using either the MLA (Modern Language Association) or APA (American Psychological Association) manuals for reference citations. While enrolled ENG 598B or prior, the student consults with the Program Chair to approve a thesis advisor. The student then identifies a topic in an area of interest approved by the thesis advisor. The student and the thesis advisor consult with Program Chair to appoint a committee of at least three persons (including the thesis advisor). The committee reviews and approves the proposal and research outline. However, no commitment is made that the proposal developed for this course can be applied toward meeting the requirements for ENG 598 . Prerequisite(s): ENG 553A . Students writing a thesis with significant quantitative content should complete EITHER a course in Statistics at the undergraduate or graduate level OR a course including in-depth study of Quantitative Methods.
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ENSC 4xx - Advanced Applications of R 3
This course will focus on practical applications of classic statistical methods in natural sciences. Examples will primarily derive from ecology, biology, and physical sciences. Lab sessions will provide practical training in using R for data processing and analyses. Prerequisite(s): ENSC 380 ENSC 380L Co-requisite(s): ENSC 4xx
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ENSC 4xx - Lab Advanced Applications of R 1
This course will focus on practical applications of classic statistical methods in natural sciences. Examples will primarily derive from ecology, biology, and physical sciences. Lab sessions will provide practical training in using R for data processing and analyses. Prerequisite(s): ENSC 380 ENSC 380L Co-requisite(s): ENSC 4xx
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ENSC 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science 3 credits
An interdisciplinary introduction to the biological, chemical, and ecological sciences describing interactions between society and the environment; economic, political and cultural response to these interactions; relationships between global, regional and local ecosystems. Offered fall semesters. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 101L .
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ENSC 101L - Lab Introduction to Environmental Science 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 101 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 101 .
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ENSC 102 - Introduction to Environmental Science II 3 credits
An Introduction to conservation of natural resources and natural resource management in warming world. Earth system science from a climate change perspective will be discussed. Case studies will be evaluated from the Pacific Northwest that explore the relationship between climate, nature and society. Co-requisite(s):
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ENSC 102L - Lab Introduction to Environmental Science II 1 credit
Lab for Co-requisite(s):
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ENSC 110 - Natural Resource Management Introductory Internship 1 credit
Students will job-shadow natural resource management professionals in our community including the fields of fisheries, forestry, and wildlife and game management. Students will keep a journal and write a final essay of their experiences.
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ENSC 210 - Introduction to Ocean Studies 3 credits
Basic study of ocean water properties, marine sediments, ocean currents, waves and tides, marine ecosystems, ocean and climate change, ocean problems and policy. For non-majors only. Offered spring and summer semesters. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 210L .
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ENSC 210L - Lab Introduction to Ocean Studies 1 credit
Lab to ENSC 210 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 210 .
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ENSC 220 - Introduction to Climate Studies 3 credits
Comprehensive study of climate science and the impacts of climate change. Topics include monitoring Earth’s climate system, planetary energy budget, thermal response in Earth’s climate system, global atmospheric circulation and regional climates, climate and air/sea interactions, natural and anthropogenic causes of climate change and climate change and public policy. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 220L .
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ENSC 220L - Lab Introduction to Climate Studies 1 credit
Lab for Co-requisite(s): ENSC 220 .
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ENSC 235 - Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science 3 credits
Basic structure and dynamics of the atmosphere; meteorology; air pollution; climate change; aeronomy, insulation and solar energy. For non-majors only. Offered Fall Semester. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 235L .
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ENSC 235L - Lab Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 235 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 235 .
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ENSC 240 - Introduction to Environmental Chemistry 3 credits
Conceptual foundations of environmental chemistry, including atmospheric chemistry, air pollution, energy, water chemistry and pollution, toxic organic compounds, solid state wastes, oxidation-reduction, acids and cases and green chemistry. Laboratory focuses on environmental sampling and analysis with an emphasis on water-based chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 or CHEM 110 Co-requisite(s):
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ENSC 240L - Lab Introduction to Environmental Chemistry 1 credit
Lab for Co-requisite(s):
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ENSC 305 - General Ecology 3 credits
Principles and concepts of ecology as they relate to the individual organism, populations, communities, ecosystems; the role of humans in changing the environment. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 , MATH 221 or permission of Department Chair. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 305L .
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ENSC 305L - Lab General Ecology 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 305 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 305 .
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ENSC 309 - Seminar I 1 credit
Students acquire a variety of skills in scientific communication, such as oral and poster presentations, slide design, speaker critiques, scientific writing, literature searching, and synthesizing information from primary and secondary literature sources. Students will attend all science- based seminars in the department and give a public poster presentation on a research or literature topic. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of Department Chair.
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ENSC 310 - Introduction of Ocean Studies 3 credits
Basic study of ocean water properties, marine sediments, ocean currents, waves and tides, marine ecosystems, ocean and climate change, ocean problems, and policy. In addition to online instruction, students are required to complete advanced topic reading assignments and a term paper. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 or CHEM 110 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 310L .
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ENSC 310L - Lab Ocean Studies 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 310 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 310 .
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ENSC 311 - Introduction to Range Management 3 credits
Basic ecological relationships, site factors, land bases, and institutions that influence management, characteristics of Pacific Northwest range communities including indicator and economically important species. Prerequisite(s): ENSC 101 or permission of Department Chair. Co-requisite(s): ENSC 311L .
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ENSC 311L - Lab Introduction to Range Management 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 311 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 311 .
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ENSC 315 - Introduction to Climate Studies 3 credits
Comprehensive study of climate science and the impacts of climate change. Topics include monitoring earth’s climate system. planetary energy budget, thermal response in earth’s climate system, global atmospheric circulation and regional climates, climate and air/sea interactions, natural and anthropogenic causes of climate change and public policy. In addition to on-line assignments, students are required to complete advanced topic reading assignments and a term paper (for Majors only). Co-requisite(s): ENSC 315L .
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ENSC 315L - Lab Introduction to Climate Studies 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 315 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 315 .
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ENSC 317W - Pacific Northwest Chicana/o and Latino History 3 credits
This course investigates the historical evolution and development of the Pacific Northwest Chicana/o and Latino population. Major themes include: class/cultural conflicts, community settlements, agricultural production, labor production, environmental issues, environmental racism, migration, immigration public policies, education, social movements, electoral politics, poverty, urbanization, ruralization, cultural production, and economical issues. Offered Fall and Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s):
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ENSC 318W - American Environmental History 3 credits
This course examines how Americans have historically transformed their environment as well as how environmental changes have shaped American life. Topic will include: historical changing attitudes toward nature, the environmental effects of rural and urban development, and the historical emergence of American conservation and environmental movements. Class lectures, reading, and discussion will illustrate the historical significance of the natural world in the study of the American peoples and offer perspectives on contemporary environmental problems. Offered alternate fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 and
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ENSC 320 - Geology and Environmental Impact 3 credits
Analysis of geologic processes and their impact on environmental transport. Use of geologic formations for storage of hazardous materials. Offered alternate Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): , or CHEM 110 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 320L .
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ENSC 320L - Lab Geology and Environmental Impact 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 320 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 320 .
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ENSC 321 - Geographic Information Systems 3 credits
This course presents the principles and application of geographic information systems (GIS). The course will investigate the two major types of GIS’s currently in use. In addition to instruction in the use, preparation and interpretation of GIS’s, students will be introduced to the use of global positioning systems and databases used in preparing maps. Offered alternate Fall semesters.
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ENSC 322W - Environmental Literature 3 credits
Students will examine the views of nature and the environment as seen by selected writers, poets, and essayists and the -role of language in understanding and expressing our connection to the world around us. A key to understanding contemporary attitudes toward the environment is through exploring its literary history. Offered alternate fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101
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ENSC 325 - Introduction to Soil Science 3 credits
Soil formation and classification; chemistry and microbiology of soil; transport of fluids and nutrients; soil physics; agricultural and rangeland use of soils; remediation of disturbed/contaminated soils; soil erosion and fertility. Offered TBD. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 or CHEM 110 ; PHSC 121 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 325L .
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ENSC 325L - Lab Introduction to Soil Science 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 325 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 325 .
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ENSC 335 - Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science 3 credits
Basic structure and dynamics of the atmosphere; meteorology; air pollution; climate change; aeronmomy, insulation and solar energy. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 or CHEM 110 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 335L .
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ENSC 335L - Lab Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science 1 credit (maximum 0 credits)
Lab for Co-requisite(s): ENSC 335 .
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ENSC 340 - Fundamentals of Hydrology 3 credits
The movement and accumulation of surface and ground water; well construction and testing; ground water modeling; hydrographs and flood routing; water quality and water supply; water law and economics in arid lands. Offered TBD. Prerequisite(s): , and or . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 340L .
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ENSC 340L - Lab Fundamentals of Hydrology 1 credit
Lab for ENSC 340 . Co-requisite(s): ENSC 340 .
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