Fall 2005 Course Descriptions

FYSP 116 . Field-Based Writing: Ecology of the Vermilion River Watershed 4 hours
2NS, 2HU, WRi

FYSP 116-01 TBA Ms. Cooper and Ms. Garvin

For description, please see “First-Year Seminar Program”.
FYSP 129 . Coming of Age in African Literature 4 hours
2SS, 2HU, WRi, CD

FYSP 129-01 TBA Mr. Podis and Mr. Saaka

For description, please see “First-Year Seminar Program”.

107. Practicum in Journalism 1-2 hours
1-2HU

RHET-107-01 TBA Ms. Cooper CRN 4061

Through this course students earn academic credit working for an approved journalistic publication on campus. The course does not meet as a class, but students are expected to attend all required staff meetings and fulfill the assignments made by their editors. Students can earn a maximum of four hours credit toward graduation (a maximum of six hours credit for editors). Notes: CR/NE or P/NP grading. Prior journalism instruction (including RHET 106) is not necessary for this course. Consent of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 90.
113. Writing for College and Beyond 3 hours
3HU, WRi

RHET-113-01 MWF 11:00-11:50 TBA CRN 5513
RHET-113-02 MWF 1:30-2:20 TBA CRN 6124

In the writing they do for college, students are asked to analyze and critique arguments, conduct research, and develop fluency in a number of forms and discourses, among other things. This writing course is designed to immerse students in the practice of writing for college and beyond and engages them in the practical and creative aspects of research. Enrollment Limit: 15.

481. Teaching and Tutoring Writing Across the Disciplines 3 hours
3HU, WRi

RHET-481-01 TR 3:00-4:15 Mr. Podis CRN 4062

A course in which students will tutor at the writing center or assist one of the writing-intensive courses offered in various disciplines while studying composition theory and pedagogy. In the process of helping to educate others, students work toward a fuller understanding of their own educational experiences, particularly in writing. Juniors or seniors who write well, regardless of major, are encouraged to apply. Identical to ENGL 399. Consent of instructor required. Note: Students enrolling in RHET 481 or ENGL 399 should also enroll in RHET 483, Tutoring Lab. Enrollment Limit: 12.
 
483. Tutoring Lab 0-1 hour
0-1HU

RHET-483-01 R 4:30-6:00 Mr. Podis CRN 4859

Students working in the Peer Tutoring Program will meet monthly to discuss tutoring experiences, logistical issues and occasional readings. Tutors will further develop their skills, help to shape the Program, and participate in the larger community of Peer Writing Tutors. Required for all Peer Writing Tutors, including those currently enrolled in RHET 481 or ENGL 399. The one-credit hour option is for tutors who wish to implement a project to improve resources for or awareness of the Peer Tutoring Program. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in, or prior completion of, RHET 481 or ENGL 399. Notes: Tutors may repeat this course for a maximum of four hours toward graduation. CR/NE or P/NP grading. Consent of instructor required. 
995. Private Reading 1-3 hours
1-3HU

RHET-995-01 TBA Ms. Cooper CRN 4267
RHET-995-02 TBA Mr. Podis CRN 4268
RHET-995-03 TBA Ms. Trubek CRN 4301

Consent of instructor required.