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LANG 311 - Tutoring Writing I (1)
Offered for student tutors in their first semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Approaches to both writing process and tutoring process. Emphasis on discovering one’s own processes and appreciating diverse approaches to writing, including working with students from across the curriculum and those whose first language is not English. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: permission of the University Writing Center director. Fall.
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LANG 312 - Tutoring Writing II (1)
Offered for student tutors in their second semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Students will investigate writing center scholarship. Participation in a research project that both develops tutoring skills and makes a contribution to the campus writing center community. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: LANG 311 and permission of the University Writing Center director. Spring.
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LANG 350 - Academic Publishing (4)
Principles of academic publishing with opportunities for students to develop, design, edit, and layout electronic publications, including scholarly journals and book projects and individual academic articles under review. While analytical approaches to language, rhetorical communication strategies and editing methods are addressed, this course emphasizes practice, with extensive experience provided using digital tools and software requisite with the current publishing industry as each particular project demands. Prerequisites: LANG 120; LIT 240. Every other year.
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LANG 352 - The English Language and the Teaching of Writing (4)
Studies in the development of the English language. Introduction to several aspects of linguistics; approaches to teaching writing, including the writing process, methods of evaluation, and grammar and usage. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
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LANG 354 - Professional Writing (4)
A workshop in advanced prose writing including job materials, applications, proposals, marketing materials, technical and professional writing, and grant applications. Includes project development and management, document design, professional editing, visual rhetoric, formal presentations, and service learning collaboration with local nonprofit organizations. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every other year.
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LANG 361 - Poetry Writing Workshop (4)
Workshop in the study, practice, craft, and art of poetry. Students write poetry and also learn how to critique peer work-in-progress. The study, from a poet’s point-of-view, of exemplary texts contemporary and traditional poems as well as statements of poetics, will be included. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LANG 363 - Fiction Writing Workshop (4)
A workshop in the craft and art of fiction writing. Students are introduced to the basic elements of fiction craft, such as scene, story structure, and characterization, and employ them in in-class exercises and assignments, leading to story drafts that are peer-critiqued and revised. Close reading of master works help inform and inspire craft choices. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LANG 365 - Playwriting Workshop (4)
Beginning playwriting; development of scenario, dialogue and scenes; the writing of an original one-act play. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LANG 366 - Creative Non-Fiction Workshop (4)
A workshop in the writing of creative non-fiction essays. Through the use of immersion reporting, students will learn to accurately portray a subject through narrative development, scenic construction, point of view, symbolic representation, voice, dialogue and descriptive detail. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LANG 368 - Poetics of Identity and Perception (LIT 368) (4)
A poetry workshop focused on representation of self and identity. A wide variety of poems exploring these themes will be studied. Students will write original poems as well as hone their craft and perform thematic analyses of exemplary texts. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every year.
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LANG 494 - Senior Seminar in Creative Writing (4)
Students will work closely with a faculty mentor to develop a significant manuscript of poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, several one act plays, or a full-length play, presenting a portion of this senior project to the public at the end of the semester. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, inclass writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Writing and information literacy competencies will be demonstrated through a research paper and formal public presentation. Prerequisites: admission to concentration in creative writing or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LANG 499 - Undergraduate Research in Creative Writing (1-4)
Individual work in poetry, fiction or playwriting for advanced writing majors. Prerequisites: admission to concentration in creative writing and one course from LANG 461, 463 or 466 as appropriate; or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 hours credit. See department chair.
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Language - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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LANG 171-4 - Special Topics in Language (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LANG 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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LANG 271-4 - Special Topics in Language (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LANG 371-4 - Special Topics in Language (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LANG 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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LANG 471-4 - Special Topics in Language (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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Legal Studies - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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LEGL 171-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LEGL 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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LEGL 271-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LEGL 371-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LEGL 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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LEGL 471-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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Liberal Arts |
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LA 478 - Senior Capstone (4)
A topical capstone seminar, ordinarily taken in the final year, that asks students to address an issue or a group of related issues of current and future importance from an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary perspective. Students will be expected to integrate the knowledge they have acquired through their major with the wider perspectives provided in their liberal arts core courses. The issue(s) will be explored through reading, lecture, discussion, and through the presentation of a self-directed project. This requirement must be fulfilled in residence. Prerequisites: HUM 324 and Senior standing. No credit given if credit received for HUM 414. Fall and Spring.
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LA 171-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts (1-4)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LA 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (DEPT 178) (3-4)
A topical seminar for all incoming freshmen and first‐year students with less than 25 hours of college credit. The course introduces the study and construction of knowledge in the liberal arts setting, and addresses perspectives on knowledge acquisition, skill development, cognitive growth and aesthetic appreciation. The responsibilities, challenges and rewards of college life, as well as the culture and opportunities specific to life in Asheville and at UNC Asheville will also be emphasized. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. Students may receive credit for only one section of LA 178. No credit given if credit received for LA 378. Fall and Spring.
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LA 271-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts (1-4)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LA 371-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts (1-4)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LA 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (DEPT 378) (3-4)
A topical seminar for students with prior college experience who are in their first semester at UNC Asheville. The course introduces the study and construction of knowledge in the liberal arts setting that is UNC Asheville. The culture and opportunities specific to life in Asheville and at UNC Asheville will also be emphasized. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. Prerequisite: 25 or more transferable semester hours. Students may receive credit for only one section of LA 378. No credit given if credit received for LA 178. See department chair.
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LA 471-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts (1-4)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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LIT 240 - Introduction to Literature (4)
Introduction to literary studies focusing on developing reading, communication and interpretive skills as well as serving as an introduction to methodology and terminology. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 324 - American Literary Tradition (4)
The American experience, from the beginning to the present, examined through its literature. Emphasis on major writers. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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LIT 325 - Readings in Drama (4)
An intensive study of drama and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and techniques as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Spring.
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LIT 326 - Readings in Fiction (4)
An intensive study of fiction and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and techniques as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 327 - Readings in Poetry (4)
An intensive study of poetry and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and technique as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 328 - Ethnic Literatures (4)
Literature from diverse cultures with attention to the representation and expression of identities and cultural differences. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that focuses on the process of knowledge, discernment, and awareness whereby human beings make reasoned decisions based on difference. These courses include but are not limited to the relationships between difference and inequality, exclusion and inclusion, representation, identity, and social, economic, and political power, with lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work, with class time divided accordingly. Thematic focus will vary and may include Asian American, African American, Latino/a, Native American/American, Indian or Jewish literatures. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 329 - Southern Literature (4)
A study of Southern fiction, drama and poetry, with special attention to major Southern writers. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Topic and theme may vary. Prerequisite: LANG 120 or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LIT 334 - Western Literature: Ancient to Renaissance (4)
Major Western literary works through the Renaissance period studied against their literary, historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 335 - Western Literature: Enlightenment to Modern (4)
Major Western literary works from the Enlightenment to the modern period, studied against their literary, historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 340 - Internship (1-4)
Offers opportunities for supervised work in professional settings. Students gain experience in fields including editing, publishing and bookselling. May be repeated once for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Will not fulfill English elective requirements. Prerequisites: minimum 3.0 GPA and a declared major in English. See department chair.
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LIT 346 - Readings in Gender and Sexuality (4)
Explores major authors, critical theories and themes with a focus on representations and expressions of gendered and/or sexual identities in literature. These identities are considered within historical and social contexts and in terms of their relationship with other forms of cultural identity (e.g. class, race, nationality). A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Every year.
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LIT 349 - Studies in Contemporary Literature (4)
New forms of poetry and fiction by current authors. Emphasis on imaginative qualities as well as critical analysis that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LIT 357 - Modern Poetry (4)
An intensive study of modern poets. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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LIT 363 - Appalachian Literature (4)
A study of the literature of the Appalachian Mountains within the context of the region’s history, culture, and politics. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Writers and genres may vary. Prerequisite: LANG 120 or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LIT 364 - Postcolonial Literature (4)
World literatures with a focus on the historical and continuing effects of colonization. Topics will vary, but may include African, South Asian, Pacific Rim, and Caribbean literatures with attention to themes of race, language, nationalism, empire, education, and the intersections of cultural identities. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 365 - Introduction to the Hebrew Bible (CLAS 365) (4)
An introduction to the literature of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in translation. Examines the many forms of literature in the biblical library through close reading; explores the history, culture and religion of ancient Israel against the backdrop of the ancient Near East and introduces students to several modern critical approaches to the study of the Hebrew Bible. A study of literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Every other year.
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LIT 367 - Writers of the Beat Generation (4)
Explores Beat Generation and Beat-related writers including Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, and Diane Di Prima. Along with literary analysis, texts are situated in historical, political, and cultural contexts. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Every other year.
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LIT 368 - Poetics of Identity and Perception (LANG 368) (4)
A poetry workshop focused on representation of self and identity. A wide variety of poems exploring these themes will be studied. Students will write original poems as well as hone their craft and perform thematic analyses of exemplary texts. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Every year.
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LIT 369 - World Literatures (4)
Varying topics in world literatures, including non-western literature in pre-colonial and ancient contexts. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every year.
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LIT 398 - Integrating Literary Skills & Knowledge (1)
Designed to help students integrate their existing skills and background knowledge for successfully achieving departmental competencies. Activities will emphasize refining critical skills of close reading and interpretation across genres, developing foundational knowledge within the context of world literature, and communicating with focus, relevance and clarity to satisfy their readers’ expectations. Highly recommended for those new to the department and/or preparing for comprehensive exams. LIT 398 does not count toward the required hours in an English major or minor. Grading is S/U. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 440 - Literary Theory and Criticism (4)
Explores a variety of critical approaches to literature with attention to the intellectual foundations of critical methods and their implications for interpretive, critical, and creative practices. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: 8 hours of literature courses or permission of instructor. Every year.
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LIT 443 - Studies in the Renaissance (4)
A major author, topic or theme (e.g., Tudor drama, religious poetry, Spenser) studied against the historical and intellectual background of the period 1500–1660 and with secondary literature considered. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work, with class time divided accordingly. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 334 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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LIT 445 - Studies in 19th Century Literature (4)
A major author, topic or theme (e.g., Hawthorne and Melville, Romantic poetry, the Naturalist Movement) studied against the historical and intellectual background of the period and with secondary literature considered. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 335 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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LIT 446 - Studies in Modern Literature (4)
A major author, topic or theme (e.g., Kafka, Existentialist writing, the Lost Generation) studied against the historical and intellectual background of the period and with secondary literature considered. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 335 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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LIT 488 - Seminar in a Major Author (4)
An intensive study of one significant author that includes both a comprehensive study of primary works and substantive work with secondary sources. Authors regularly offered include Shakespeare and Milton. Other major authors cover a wide gamut based upon student and faculty interest. This seminar experience includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work, with class time divided accordingly. May be repeated for credit as content varies. Prerequisite: LIT 240. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 497 - Senior Seminar I (2)
First semester of the research seminar for the production of a senior thesis. Emphasis upon significant literary texts and extensive use of scholarly source work, with faculty supervision of the research process. Completion and acceptance of a formal research proposal, an annotated bibliography, and the signed agreement of the thesis advisor are required. The proposed research will be presented as the final exam. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of department chair. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 498 - Senior Seminar II (2)
Second semester of the research seminar emphasizing the writing process with additional research incorporated. Course taught by designated faculty member who will supervise the work with the assistance of the thesis advisor. Writing and Information Literacy competencies will be demonstrated through completion of the formal text. Presentation of research required with integration of technology throughout. Prerequisites: LIT 497; senior standing or permission of department chair. Fall and Spring.
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LIT 499 - Undergraduate Research in Literature (1-4)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 hours credit. See department chair.
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Literature - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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LIT 171-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LIT 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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LIT 271-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LIT 371-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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LIT 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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LIT 471-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 155 - Nature of Mathematics (4)
Topics from financial math, statistics, mathematical modeling, the mathematics of art and music, symbolic logic, set theory, theories of voting, practical geometry, and network theory are explored with an emphasis on problem solving. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 167 - Precalculus (4)
A study of rational, algebraic, exponential and trigonometric functions and their applications. Topics will include graphing, the solving of equations and mathematical modeling. This course is primarily for students who need to take Calculus I but do not have a sufficient mathematics background to do so. Prerequisite: the equivalent of two years of high school algebra. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 191 - Calculus I (4)
An introduction to limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals, with emphasis on the calculus of polynomial, rational and algebraic functions; a balanced presentation of the theory and application of differential and integral calculus. Students should have a thorough background in high school algebra and trigonometry before they enroll in MATH 191. Note: MATH 167, 191, 192 and 291 may not be taken out of sequence. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 192 - Calculus II (4)
The calculus of exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, the Mean Value Theorem, indeterminate forms, improper integrals and infinite series. Prerequisite: MATH 191. Note: MATH 167, 191, 192 and 291 may not be taken out of sequence. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 211 - Structure of Mathematics: Algebra and Number Systems (3)
An intuitive development of the real number system with emphasis on problem solving. Topics include set theory, fundamentals of arithmetic and number theory, and basic algebraic structures. This course is designed for elementary licensure students. Prerequisite: at least 30 semester hours. Fall.
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MATH 215 - Structure of Mathematics: Geometry and Statistics (3)
A study of the fundamental mathematical principles on which geometry and statistics are based. Topics include descriptive statistics, basic probability, measurements of length, area and volume, equivalency, and study of geometric structures. This course is designed for elementary licensure students. Prerequisite: at least 30 semester hours. Spring.
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MATH 242 - Mathematical Software (2)
Introduction to computational software used in mathematical investigation. Activities include but are not limited to visualization, programming, and computational investigations. Software may include Mathematica, Matlab, or similar packages. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 4 hours credit. Prerequisite: MATH 191. See department chair.
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MATH 251 - Discrete Mathematics (3)
Introductory logic and Boolean algebra, mathematical induction, recursion and difference equations, combinatorics, graph theory and modeling. Students will not receive credit for MATH 251 if they have credit for MATH 280. Prerequisite: MATH 191. Spring.
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MATH 280 - Introduction to the Foundations of Mathematics (3)
Set theory, functions and relations, the structure of the real number system, deductive logic and the nature of proof, and axiomatic systems. Pre- or corequisite: MATH 192. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 291 - Calculus III (4)
Functions of several variables, with emphasis on partial differential and multiple integration; introduction to vector analysis; may include an introduction to line and surface integrals. Prerequisite: MATH 192. Note: MATH 167, 191, 192 and 291 may not be taken out of sequence. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 303 - History of Mathematics (3)
A study of the historical development of mathematical thought. Topics may include investigations of different number systems, the logical foundations of geometry, the development of calculus, and the emergence of modern mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 291. Even years Spring.
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MATH 332 - Geometry (3)
Euclidean geometry and the fifth postulate; hyperbolic and elliptic geometries, the consistency of non-Euclidean geometries, and projective geometry. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 291. Odd years Fall.
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MATH 365 - Linear Algebra I (3)
Study of the theory and applications of systems of linear equations, vector spaces, matrices, linear transformations, determinants and eigen-vectors. Specific topics include inner product spaces, Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization and the diagonalization of matrices. Prerequisite: MATH 192 or 251. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 366 - Linear Algebra II (3)
An in-depth treatment of topics introduced in MATH 365. Examples are the Hamilton-Cayley theorem, Markov chains, orthogonal systems and singular value decomposition. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 365. Even years Spring.
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MATH 368 - Theory of Numbers (3)
Divisibility, prime numbers, congruences, linear and non-linear Diophantine equations, quadratic residues, representations as sums, and continued fractions. Prerequisite: MATH 280. Odd years Spring.
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MATH 381 - Problems in Mathematics (1)
This course meets once per week for the purpose of discussing and solving a variety of mathematical problems and concepts not normally covered in traditional courses. Problem-solving methods will be discussed. Topics may include, for example, number theory, coding theory, geometry, probability and optimization. Prerequisite: MATH 291 and at least junior standing; or permission of instructor. Fall.
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MATH 391 - Advanced Calculus (3)
Topics in Vector Calculus, including Implicit Function Theorem, Gradient Fields, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem and Stokes’ Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 291; or permission of instructor. MATH 365 is recommended. Even years Spring.
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MATH 394 - Differential Equations (3)
Existence and uniqueness of solutions of differential equations; separable, homogeneous, and exact equations; the Laplace transform; elementary numerical and infinite series methods; Fourier series; and various applications. Prerequisite: MATH 291. Fall and Spring.
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MATH 395 - Partial Differential Equations (3)
First and second order partial differential equations, their derivations, methods of solution, and applications to the physical sciences. Prerequisites: MATH 291, 394. Odd years Spring.
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MATH 397 - Chaos and Fractals (3)
The study of nonlinear iterated function systems in one and higher dimensions. Topics may include periodicity, chaotic dynamics, structural stability, strange attractors, and fractal geometry. Numerical experimentation with personal computers will be part of the course. Prerequisite: MATH 291. Odd years Fall.
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MATH 398 - Complex Variables (3)
Complex numbers and their geometrical representation, analytic functions of a complex variable, integration, power series and the calculus of residues. Prerequisite: MATH 291. Even years Fall.
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MATH 431 - Topology (3)
Metric spaces, topological spaces, separation axioms, connectedness and compactness. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 291; or permission of instructor. Even years Spring.
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MATH 441 - Numerical Analysis (CSCI 441) (3)
The theory and methods behind solving mathematical problems numerically. Topics include polynomial approximation, numerical integration, matrix algebra, solutions to systems of non-linear equations and numerical solutions to differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 192 and 365; or permission of instructor. Even years Spring.
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MATH 452 - Introduction to Mathematical Models (3)
The development and analysis of mathematical equations based on real world situations. Special emphasis is given to systems of time-dependent equations, their stability analysis, and the assessment of their relevance to the application. Prerequisite: MATH 394 or permission of instructor. Odd years Spring.
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MATH 461 - Abstract Algebra I (3)
An introduction to the algebraic structures: groups, rings, integral Domains and fields. Basic facts about group and ring homomorphisms are included. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 291; or permission of instructor. Fall.
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MATH 462 - Abstract Algebra II (3)
An in-depth study of one or more of the ideas introduced in MATH 461; e.g., the Sylow theorems for group or elementary Galois theory of fields. Prerequisite: MATH 461. Odd year Spring.
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MATH 480 - Mathematics Seminar (2)
Capstone course in which students research a mathematical topic suitable to their plan of study, write an expository paper, and present their findings to the department. Students must successfully complete MATH 480 as part of the senior competency requirements. Prerequisite: MATH 381. Fall and Spring
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MATH 489 - Professional Internship (1-3)
Semester-long internship involving mathematical/statistical work with a participating public agency, nonprofit organization or commercial institution. A written report and oral presentation are required upon completion of the project. Prerequisites: minimum grade-point average of 2.5 overall and in the department, MATH 291, at least junior standing, and permission of instructor. (Grading S/U.) May be repeated for a total of three hours credit. See department chair.
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MATH 491 - Analysis I (3)
The real number system, limits, sequences and functions, continuity, derivatives, mean value theorems and integration. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 291; or permission of instructor. Fall.
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MATH 492 - Analysis II (3)
Sequences and series of functions. Further topics may include, for example, introduction to metric spaces, Lebesgue measure and integration, and functions of more than one variable. Prerequisite: MATH 491. Even years Spring.
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MATH 499 - Undergraduate Research in Mathematics (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Prerequisites: MATH 280, 291. See department chair.
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STAT 329 - Big Data Analytics (CSCI 329) (3)
The analysis of unstructured and large data sets. Topics include: preparing data for deeper analysis, breaking down the process into manageable steps, regression techniques and Bayesian approach for dealing with multivariate data, and Exploratory Data Analysis with statistics software such as SAS, R, or similar packages. Prerequisites: STAT 185 or 225, CSCI 182 or 183, or permission of instructor. Even years Spring.
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MATH 171-4 - Special Topics in Mathematics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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MATH 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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MATH 271-4 - Special Topics in Mathematics (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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