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Nov 24, 2024
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Fitchburg State University 2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Literature Concentration, English Studies, B.A.
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English Studies
Chairperson
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| Lisa Gim |
Professors
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Associate Professors
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Assistant Professors
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| Chola Chisunka |
DeMisty Bellinger-Delfeld |
Katharine Covino-Poutasse |
| Lisa Gim |
Steven Edwards |
Collin Syfert |
| Michael Hoberman |
Wendy Keyser |
Diego Ubiera |
| Aruna Krishnamurthy |
Frank Mabee |
Wafa Unus |
| Irene Martyniuk |
Angela Nastasee-Carder |
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| Benjamin Railton |
Elisabet Takehana |
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Kisha Tracy |
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Heather Urbanski |
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Objectives for the Program in English Studies
Through a variety of specialized programs, English majors can obtain a bachelor of arts English-Literature, bachelor of arts English-Professional Writing, bachelor of arts English- Initial Licensure, and bachelor of science English-Literature, bachelor of science English-Professional Writing, bachelor of science English-Initial Licensure.
The English Studies program offers students a) knowledge of the broad field of literature in English, b) in-depth knowledge of its diverse aspects, c) the reading, writing, and research tools for exploring the field and its boundaries, and d) ample opportunity for hands-on experience in related fields.
Student Learning Outcomes
Literature Concentration Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to closely read and interpret diverse texts.
- Students will be able to exchange critical viewpoints about literary and cultural topics.
- Students will be able to produce scholarly work that include critical readings and the use and citation of scholarly sources.
- Students will demonstrate knowledge about the scope, genres, and historical and critical contexts of literature.
Professional Writing Concentration Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to develop writing skills needed to address diverse audiences.
- Students will be able to engage with the process and the products of other writers.
- Students will be able to analyze rhetorical situations.
- Students will be able to create and edit professional products in various genres.
Requirements for the Major in English Studies
Approaches to English Studies (ENGL 2999 ) provides an introduction to the discipline. All English majors must satisfactorily complete the course by the end of their sophomore year. Transfer students must take ENGL 2999 during their first year at the university, unless exempted by the department chair, based on evaluation of transfer course work. English majors in all concentrations must fulfill common core requirements, including the Senior Capstone. See individual tracks for specific requirements in addition to the above.
- A course in speech or performance fulfills the speaking and listening requirement, where applicable.
Core Courses for All English Studies Concentrations
All English Majors are required to take 21 credits from the following courses: One American Survey of Literature 3 cr.
One British Survey of Literature
Students must take a third Survey or substitute an equivalent period course in British or American literature as indicated below:
One Upper Level Literature: 4000 Level 3 cr.
One Upper Level Writing Intensive 3 cr. (select one)
BA in English Studies—Literature
42 Credit Hours: 21 Core and 21 Literature Track
- Second-year language proficiency is required.
- This program also provides preparation for Initial Licensure for Teaching Secondary School English.
Students in this concentration will fulfill core requirements as well as one course from the following categories mentioned below. Culture Studies (select from) 3 cr.
Genre Study (select from) 3 cr.
Continental/Post-Colonial Literature (select from) 3 cr.
Literary Movement (select from) 3 cr.
Shakespeare (select from) 3 cr.
Junior/Senior Seminar 3 cr.
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