EN099 Basic Rhetoric
EN099 is an intensive developmental course designed to prepare students for college level reading, speaking, and writing. Students will practice their rhetorical skills regularly in many different situations, including reading, exhibits, and group work. At the end of the semester all writing is submitted in a portfolio for final evaluation.
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: None

EN100 Introduction to College Writing
Introduction to College Writing gives students a working awareness of the writing process and the connection between writing and thinking. Students write about a variety of subjects, both academic and non-academic. The course also involves intensive practice in critical reading and thinking. Through the use of workshops and writing groups students analyze each other's writing and practice revision and editing a written work. At the end of the semester writing is submitted in a portfolio for final evaluation.
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: None

EN201 Advanced Composition
Advanced Composition is an intermediate-level writing course that focuses on developing the student's ability to write analytical and critical essays. It is an intensification of the processes introduced and practiced in English 100. Students use writing in increasingly complicated situations to develop their understanding of the ideas of others. At the end of the semester writing is submitted in a portfolio for final evaluation.
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: EN100

EN303 Professional Writing and Research for Designers and Fine Artists
In Professional Writing and Research, students explore the process of constructing a professional self through written and verbal communication. They develop their professional communication skills in writing, speaking, and listening. Students identify and practice the forms of writing and research used by professional artists and designers. At the end of the semester all writing is submitted in a portfolio for evaluation.
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: EN201

EN404 Senior Writing Seminar
Senior Writing Seminar is an intensive capstone writing course run as a proseminar. Students explore their visual work and thinking through weekly written investigations. Explorations include understanding the interplay of material selection and methods; the creative process; identifying personal, cultural, and professional influences; etc. These investigations culminate in a comprehensive written thesis, which complements the work students complete in their majors. Students are expected to engage in meaningful self-directed research. At the end of the semester bound copies of the thesis are reviewed by a panel of professional artists and designers.
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: EN303 and senior standing or consent of the Liberal Studies division dean.