Critical Conversations: bridging pathways forward to greater understanding and creative solutions.

HMS-101A Literary and Critical Studies I

3 Credits

  • HMS-101A-01

    Tuesday

    2:00 pm – 4:50 pm

    North Hall, 207

  • HMS-101A-02

    Thursday

    9:30 am – 12:20 pm

    North Hall, 207

  • HMS-101A-03

  • HMS-101A-04

  • HMS-101A-05

  • HMS-101A-06

This class serves as an introduction to reading and writing about literary texts and critical theory, with a concentration on composition, critical analysis, and research. Students are required to write essays based on the critical analysis of texts across a range of genres. Emphasis is placed on using writing as an extension of the thought and creative process, and as a tool that can be integrated across academic and artistic disciplines. There will be a focus on mastering the elements of the thesis-centered essay and developing research skills. Students must receive a grade of C or higher to have successfully passed this course.