This course will introduce students to key interventions in Composition theory and support students in exploring the implications of those interventions for the teaching of writing. We will place at the centre of our study contributions by scholars from and representing historically marginalized and excluded subject positions, many of whom we will be able to speak with as we engage with their work. Students will have the opportunity over the course of the term to trace genealogically the historical imaginaries and epistemologies that have shaped theory and practice in the field, as well...

In this course, we’ll read and discuss all seven of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels with the aim of deepening our understanding of the genre of the novel, in general, and of the young adult novel, in particular. We will also study at least in an introductory way the practice of literary criticism. Finally, we’ll begin to explore cultural studies and critical theory as they are engaged in the field of English Studies. None of these areas of study should preclude having fun together. If you’re worried that you don’t know anything about literary or critical theory or cultural studies,...

 English 109 is designed to get you comfortable writing in an academic context. You will learn about differences between forms of academic writing as well as more widely shared ideas about what makes writing good across disciplines. Together, we will study the choices great writers make as they write and the processes they engage in order to create their best work. We will study a variety of texts to learn more about how they were written and how to improve the writing each of you produces.