{"id":750,"date":"2012-09-10T20:03:54","date_gmt":"2012-09-10T20:03:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad1213\/sas\/programs\/master-of-arts-in-english\/"},"modified":"2019-08-16T15:03:29","modified_gmt":"2019-08-16T19:03:29","slug":"master-of-arts-in-english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/sas\/programs\/master-of-arts-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH"},"content":{"rendered":"

Program on hiatus until further notice<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Master of Arts in English<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Donald Gagnon, Graduate Coordinator, Literature Option, BR 223<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\nPhone: (203) 837-9062<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\ngagnond@wcsu.edu\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n\n\n\n
Patrick Ryan, Department Chair, Writing Option, HI 205D\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Phone: (203) 837-3273<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nryanp@wcsu.edu<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Laurel Richards, Department Secretary, HI 205<\/span><\/td>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Phone: (203) 837-9041<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n\n\n\n\n\n
richardsl@wcsu.edu<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nFax: (203) 837-8912<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n

Literature Option Faculty:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Michael J. Chappell, Anam K. Govardhan, Heather Levy, Margaret P. Murray, Ingrid Pruss, Shouhua Qi.<\/span><\/p>\n

Writing Option Faculty:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Brian Clements, Kelli Custer, Anthony D’Aries, Oscar De Los Santos, Edward A. Hagan,\u00a0 Michael Lewis, John Roche, Patrick Ryan<\/span><\/p>\n

Overview <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

All students graduating with the M.A. in English are expected to have developed an advanced knowledge of authors, literary genres, literary periods and criticism, as well as an advanced ability to analyze texts, contexts, and significant literary issues, using a variety of critical approaches. Research, critical thinking, and writing skills are integral components of all course work.<\/span><\/p>\n

Program Learning Outcomes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

By the end of their M.A. program, students should be able to engage effectively in:<\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  • Demonstrating familiarity with a wide range of representative literary texts<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Analyzing the functions of texts and related criticisms, as well as their relationships to historical, social and political contexts<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Locating, evaluating, and synthesizing available resources for researching significant scholarly topics<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Constructing logical, informed, and valid written arguments<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Preparing and delivering effective oral presentations and arguments appropriate to English-related professions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Applicants to the M.A. in English program must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education. In general, students who have completed a substantial number of credits in English at the undergraduate level will receive preference for admission to the program; however, the M.A. in English program welcomes applicants from diverse educational backgrounds. Applicants with other undergraduate concentrations or majors will be considered. In all cases, a record of strong undergraduate academic achievement will merit preference over any other criterion for admission.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Prospective students for the Literature Option must include the following in their application:<\/span><\/p>\n

      \n
    • a\u00a0500-word statement of purpose explaining why they want to pursue graduate studies in English<\/span><\/li>\n
    • a\u00a0writing sample, i.e., a substantial research essay on a literary topic (approximately 10 pages, typed, double-spaced, printed on 8-1\/2-by-11 white bond paper).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Prospective students for the Writing and TESOL Options must include the following in their application:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      A substantial writing sample, i.e.,\u00a0an essay, 1,250 words minimum, typed, double-spaced, printed on 8 1\/2-by-11 white bond paper. The department welcomes business reports, conference papers, and articles on nonacademic subjects, as well as formal research papers previously submitted for undergraduate or graduate credit. Examples of creative writing and\/or lesson plans do not satisfy the writing requirement. All submissions will be retained by the Department of Writing, Linguistics, and Creative Process.<\/span><\/p>\n

      All applicants must have an entrance interview with the appropriate graduate coordinator. After the entrance interview, the graduate coordinator recommends whether or not to accept the applicant, or whether to accept the applicant conditionally (i.e., students may be asked to make up academic deficiencies) and forwards this recommendation to the Office of Graduate Admissions.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Degree Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Students in the Literature and TESOL options have two paths to fulfill degree requirements: thesis or comprehensive examination, whereas a thesis is required of all writing option students (see below).<\/span><\/p>\n

      Literature Option<\/em> students electing to take the comprehensive examination to complete their graduate studies in English will be tested on a reading list prepared by the English Department. The three-hour comprehensive is a closed-book exam administered in November and April of each year. Students should indicate in writing to the graduate coordinator of the English Department their intention to take the comprehensive examination at least one full month in advance of either the November or April examination. The graduate coordinator will announce the specific time and place for each examination. \u201cComprehensive Examination Guidelines\u201d is available from the graduate coordinator.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Literature option students electing to write a thesis must register for ENG 592, Independent Thesis Research in English. A student electing to write a thesis must do so under the guidance of an English Department faculty member who agrees to direct the student\u2019s work. The English Department\u2019s graduate committee must approve all thesis proposals. Students choosing the thesis path should, therefore, consult with the graduate coordinator as well as the thesis director and closely follow the department\u2019s \u201cThesis Guidelines.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      TESOL option (currently not offering program<\/strong>)<\/em> students electing to take the comprehensive examination to complete their graduate studies in English will be tested on reading lists prepared by the English and writing departments. The three-hour comprehensive (two hours on literature, one hour on TESOL) is a closed-book exam administered in November and April of each year. Students should indicate in writing to the graduate coordinators of both the English and the writing departments their intention to take the comprehensive examination at least one full month in advance of either the November or April examination. The graduate coordinators will announce the specific time and place for each examination. \u201cComprehensive Examination Guidelines\u201d is available from the English graduate coordinator.<\/span><\/p>\n

      TESOL option students electing to write a thesis must register for ENG 592, Independent Thesis Research in English. A student electing to write a thesis must do so under the guidance of an English or Writing Department faculty member who agrees to direct the student\u2019s work. TESOL students choosing the thesis path should, therefore, consult with the Writing Department\u2019s graduate coordinator and closely follow the Writing Department\u2019s \u201cThesis Guidelines.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Writing option <\/em>Students must register for ENG 592, Independent Thesis Research in English, and write a thesis under the guidance of a Writing Department faculty member who agrees to direct the student\u2019s work. The writing option student must obtain a copy of the Writing Department Thesis Guidelines and follow the procedures described therein.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Literature Option (30 SH)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Completion of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      ENG 502 Critical Theory<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 506 Studies in the History of the Language and Linguistics<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One course in English literature (ENG 509, 513, 532, 534, or 541)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in American Literature (ENG 552, 567, or 568)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in Topic\/Genre Studies (ENG 544, 570, 572, or 574)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Path A: Thesis<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One more literature course in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 592: Independent Thesis Research in English<\/span><\/td>\n6 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Path B: Comprehensive Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Three more literature courses in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n9 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Completion of the Comprehensive Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Electives<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Any other two courses in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n6 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

       <\/p>\n

      Writing Option (30 SH)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Completion of four English writing courses (12 SH)<\/span><\/p>\n

      Completion of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      One course in English literature (ENG 509, 513, 532, 534, or 541)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in American Literature (ENG 552, 567, or 568)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in Topic\/Genre Studies (ENG 544, 570, 572, or 574)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One more course in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Completion of Thesis<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 592: Independent Thesis Research in English<\/span><\/td>\n6 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      TESOL Option (30 SH) *Currently not offering program<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Completion of TESOL Requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      ENG 506 Studies in the History of the Language\u00a0and Linguistics<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 515 TESOL Testing and Assessment<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 516 TESOL Methodology<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 517 Grammars of Grammars<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Completion of the Following:<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One course in English literature (ENG 509, 513, 532, 534, or 541)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in American Literature (ENG 552, 567, or 568)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One Course in Topic\/Genre Studies (ENG 544, 570, 572, or 574)<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Path A: Thesis<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      One more course in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n3 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ENG 592: Independent Thesis Research in English<\/span><\/td>\n6 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Path B: Comprehensive Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Three more courses in the M.A. program<\/span><\/td>\n9 SH<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Completion of the Comprehensive Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

       <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Program on hiatus until further notice Master of Arts in English Donald Gagnon, Graduate Coordinator, Literature Option, BR 223 Phone: (203) 837-9062 gagnond@wcsu.edu\u00a0 Patrick Ryan, Department Chair, Writing Option, HI 205D\u00a0 Phone: (203) 837-3273 ryanp@wcsu.edu Laurel Richards, Department Secretary, HI …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":747,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-750","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/750","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=750"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/750\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/747"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=750"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}