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SEMINAR IN THE MAJOR

ENGL 245
Course Description

Offers close instruction in the principles and practices of informed, engaged, critical reading and writing. While the texts and topics vary, each seminar will reinforce fundamental skills taught across the English major, strengthening students' capacities to write and speak powerfully and to build convincing, original, well-organized arguments that persuade audiences of their significance.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average
3.69

2.65% from Historical

Completion Rate
97.65%

0.55% from Historical

A Rate
70.59%

19.59% from Historical

Class Size
85

9.18% from Historical

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Instructors (2025 Fall)

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