ENGL 2040 - Introduction to Western American Literature (BHU)

BHU Breadth Humanities
3 credit(s)

Offers students a comprehensive introduction to the literature of the American West including both historical and contemporary works of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Course material - ranging from literature that chronicles early explorations to Native American storytelling to the reality and myth of Hollywood’s vision of the “western” - will introduce students to the diversity and complexity that makes up Western American Literature. Instructional methods will include lecture, discussion, student presentations, and group projects.

Prerequisite(s): Fulfillment of Communications Literacy CL1 requirement through coursework or examination (

ENGL 1010

) recommended

Repeatable for credit: No
Grade Mode: Standard

Campus: USU Eastern only