LIT-101 - Introduction to Literature

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Designed to promote an appreciation of excellence in literature through illustrative types of short fiction, poetry and drama. Emphasis is placed on the reader's interpretive skills in examining an author's craft, intent and format.

LIT-120 - American Novel

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of the American novel with emphasis on 20th century works.

LIT-121 - American Short Story

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of the American short story from Edgar Allen Poe to the present.

LIT-131 - Native American Literature

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of all genres, fiction and non-fiction, produced by Native Americans. Elements of study include the oral tradition influences, regional folklore and autobiographical and historical materials created by contemporary and historical Native American authors. Off-campus visits to centers of Native American study will be conducted whenever possible.

LIT-150 - World Literature I

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of important works of literature from the ancient world through the Renaissance. This will include selections of prose, poetry and drama that represent the spirit of the times in which they were written.

LIT-151 - World Literature II

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of important works of literature from the Renaissance to the present. This will include selections of prose, poetry and drama that represent the spirit of the times in which they were written.

LIT-184 - Young Adult Literature

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A discussion and evaluation of the literature written for adolescents. Types of literature for this age group and methods of utilizing this literature in school and home are addressed. Course concerns focus on the study of various Young Adult Literature genres, the reading/writing connection, authors' styles and themes and censorship.

LIT-209 - Forms of Literature: Film Adaptation

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Focuses on the relationship between literary works (fiction, drama, nonfiction, poetry or graphic literature) and their adaptations to film. Students explore the adaptation of literature to film; how the elements of plot, character, setting, point of view, symbol and theme are adapted or altered from literature to film; and how film adaptations influence our understanding of both literature and film. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C- in ENG-105.