English, B.A.

1. Two Introductory Courses chosen from the following:

• EGL 100 - Introduction to the Study of Literature: Poetry
• EGL 101 - Introduction to the Study of Literature: Fiction
• EGL 102 - Introduction to the Study of Literature: Drama

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• Note: These three courses emphasize close reading of primary texts and help students acquire the vocabulary to speak and write clearly and intelligently about literature. The specific texts and approaches in each section are chosen by the instructor.

  Note: Detailed descriptions of the various sections of EGL 100 , EGL 101 , and EGL 102  are available in the English department office the week before pre-enrollment each term and on the English Department webpage.

  Note: Majors must complete the second Introductory Course no later than the winter term of the junior year.

2. Seven Intermediate Courses:

At least one Introductory Course is a prerequisite to courses at the Intermediate level (see exception for students who received a 5 on their AP exam in either English language or literature). In this group, majors must complete the following courses:

3. Three Advanced Courses:

Advanced courses, also called Junior Seminars and Senior Seminars, are writing intensive, typically research oriented, and usually organized around the work of particular authors or topics. Students must complete three advanced courses, including one Junior Seminar, one Senior Seminar, and one seminar of choice, either 300 level or 400 level. Students must take at least two Intermediate Courses before enrolling in a Junior Seminar. Students must take at least four Intermediate Courses and both Introductory Courses before enrolling in a Senior Seminar. Students are strongly advised to take at least one Junior Seminar before enrolling in a Senior Seminar.