ENG 446 - Topics in Rhetoric

Prerequisite, written inquiry. An opportunity for in-depth study, this course may focus on a single theme, historical period, or group of rhetoricians. Possible topics include Early Rhetoric (Greek, Roman, early Christian, medieval and scholastic); History of Rhetoric from the English Renaissance to today; the Rhetoric of the American Slavery Debate, History of Women Rhetoricians, the Rhetoric of Technology. Dependent upon its emphasis, this course might be used to satisfy one of the distribution requirements for English majors. May be repeated for credit with different emphasis (Offered as needed.) 3 credits