Academic Catalog 2023-2024

Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024

ENG 2272 Rhetoric 3 credits This course develops the important skills of putting forth a logical argument and convincing others of the argument’s validity. Students will be required to prepare and deliver speeches demonstrating these abilities. (Prerequisite: ENG 1101 and ENG 1102) ENG/LIT 3305 Creative Writing 3 credits This is a writing workshop designed to help students develop creative writing skills. Genres may include journals, character sketches, short drama, short stories, poems, articles and/or creative essays. There will also be substantial reading of literary models. (Prerequisite: ENG 1101) ENG/BUS 3318 Business Communications 3 credits The study and practice of the kinds of internal and external forms of business communications. Practice in researching, writing, and editing of letters, memos, reports, promotions, product descriptions, and/or proposals. Includes oral presentations and discussion of relevant ethical issues. (Prerequisite: ENG 1101) ENG 3323 Media Studies 3 credits This class is an introduction to journalistic writing. This course encompasses the elements of news writing including basic story forms — obituaries, disasters, crime, business and consumer news, sports — as well as writing for broadcast, public relations, and the Internet. (Prerequisite: ENG 1101) ENG 1320/2320/3320/4320 Topics in English 3 credits An examination of selected topics in specific areas of study.

HEALTH, LEISURE, AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HLP 1200 Introduction to Exercise & Wellness 3 credits This course is designed for beginners and combines aerobics, strength training, and wellness principles. Students will learn the basics of good health including exercise, nutrition, and wellness. HLP 1300, 2300, 3300, 4300 Topics in Health, Leisure, and Physical Education 3 credits An examination of selected topics in specific areas of study in health, leisure and physical education.

HISTORY

HIS 1620 Exploring Atlantic History 3 credits This course uses a transnational and comparative approach to explore events that connected the peoples of the Americas, Europe and Africa starting in the mid-1400s. Students will explore increasingly complex social, economic and cultural connections by examining major themes that united peoples across national and regional boundaries. Through the use of historical texts and contemporary analysis this course will provide insight into how modern Atlantic societies interact with each other and continually struggle with their pasts. HIS 2101 Global History I 3 credits Survey of global history from 1500 to the late 19 th century with a focus on the interaction of Western ideas and institutions with the rest of the world. HIS 2102 Global History II 3 credits Examines the cultural, economic, and political history of the 20 th century with an emphasis on international affairs. HIS 2577 United States History to 1877 3 credits Examines the development of the United States from its colonial past to the end of Reconstruction. Emphasis is placed on the motivating factors of dissent, the Enlightenment, and slavery. HIS 2578 United States History Since 1865 3 credits Examines the development of the United States from Reconstruction to the present. Emphasis is placed on struggles for social justice, the growth of American power, and the rise of mass culture.

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