Courses and Syllabi

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Fall 2025

Undergraduate

300-Level Courses

ENGH 376: Rhetoric and New Media (3 Credits)

Critical reading of new media texts and creation of technology-enriched texts in variety of rhetorical genres. Instructs students in rhetoric of new media, whether produced as hypertext, multimedia, or interactive digital productions. Technology-enriched activities present complex textuality of words, images, word-as-image, and kinetic text. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Recommended Prerequisite: Satisfaction of University requirements in 100-level English and in Mason Core literature.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 376 - 001: Rhetoric and New Media — Douglas Eyman — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Peterson Hall - Hybrid

ENGH 380: Introduction to Writing and Rhetoric (3 Credits)

Introduces students to the field of writing studies, with a focus on definitions of writing and rhetoric and research methods applied to the study of writing from the perspective of multiple disciplines. Provides an overview of both historical and contemporary approaches to studying writing as object, process, practice, and occupation. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Specialized Designation: Mason Impact.

Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 302 is recommended.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 380 - 002: Introduction Writing/Rhetoric — Kerry Michelle Smith — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM M - Horizon Hall - Hybrid

ENGH 382: Rhetoric of the Essay (3 Credits)

Advanced rhetorical study of "the essay," and its variable nonfiction forms, with a focus on rhetorical genre study and the persuasive nature of nonfiction storytelling. Students will practice analyzing and writing "essay" forms, such as popular long-form nonfiction, hybrid (personal and academic) essays, literary journalism, research articles, and others, depending on student interests. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Recommended Prerequisite: Satisfaction of University requirements in 100-level English and in Mason Core literature.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 382 - 001: Rhetoric of the Essay — Michelle LaFrance — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Krug Hall 19 - Hybrid

ENGH 388: Professional and Technical Writing (3 Credits)

Intensive study and practice in various forms of professional and technical writing, including proposals, reports, instructions, news releases, white papers, and correspondence. Emphasizes writing for variety of audiences, both lay and informed, and writing within various professional and organizational contexts. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Recommended Prerequisite: ENGL 302/ENGH 302.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

8 Sections Currently Scheduled »

ENGH 399: Creative Nonfiction Writing (3 Credits)

Workshop in reading and writing of nonfiction that makes use of literary techniques normally thought of in context of fiction, such as evoking senses and use of dialog. Original student work read and discussed in class and conferences with instructor. Includes technical exercises in artful creating of nonfiction; may include reading assignments. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 382 or ENGH 396, or permission of instructor.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 399 - 002: Creative Nonfiction Writ — Steph Liberatore — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Aquia Building 219

400-Level Courses

ENGH 459: Internship (1-3 Credits)

Under supervision of a faculty director, students report and reflect on their work as interns at organizations of their choosing, usually in writing and/or editing positions. For 3 credits, students work on site at least 135 hours as specified in the agreement developed with the internship supervisor and approved by the faculty director. Notes: Contact the English Department one semester prior to enrollment. No more than 3 credits can be counted in concentration or English minor. May be repeated with permission of department. Offered by English. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 6 credits.

Specialized Designation: Topic Varies

Recommended Prerequisite: Permission of internship director. 60 credits. English majors need 18 credits of English (3 credits of 100-level English course; 3-6 credits of 200-level English courses; 3 credits of ENGH 302 and 6-9 credits of upper-level English courses). Non-English majors must meet the same requirements, except that they replace one upper-level English course with an upper-level course in their major.

Schedule Type: Internship

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 459 - 001: Internship — Scott W Berg

ENGH 483: Technical Editing (3 Credits)

Instruction in revising, editing, and preparing specialized writing for print production. Emphasizes methods of achieving clarity, accuracy, and completeness. Lecture and discussion on editing and printing techniques; practical exercise in revision, layout, and production. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

2 Sections Currently Scheduled

ENGH 483 - 001: Technical Editing — Heidi Y. Lawrence — 05:55 PM to 07:10 PM M - Horizon Hall 1007 - Hybrid
ENGH 483 - 002: Technical Editing — Colleen Erin Reynolds — 04:30 PM to 05:45 PM M - Innovation Hall 207 - Hybrid

ENGH 486: RS: Writing Nonfiction for the Public (3 Credits)

Research-based workshop course. Intensive practice in advanced nonfiction writing and study of the exigencies of public writing and audience engagement; emphasizes writing for publication, research process, and public awareness. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Mason Core: Mason Core, Mason Apex

Specialized Designation: Research/Scholarship Intensive

Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 302 and 85 credit hours earned

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 486 - 002: RS:Writing Nonfict for Public — Kerry Michelle Smith — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Horizon Hall - Hybrid

ENGH 488: Topics in Writing and Rhetoric (3 Credits)

Advanced studies in rhetoric and writing. Introduces key rhetorical terminology and examines how texts construct meaning and how those meanings are determined within social contexts. Topics may include the relationship between rhetorics and poetics, rhetoric and new media, histories of rhetoric, global rhetorics, argument theory, discourse analysis, theories of technical communication, or advanced theories of composition and pedagogy. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department. Offered by English. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 9 credits.

Specialized Designation: Topic Varies

Recommended Prerequisite: Satisfaction of University requirements in 100-level English and in Mason Core literature.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 488 - 002: Research for Social Change — David Powers Corwin — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Aquia Building 213

ENGH 489: Proposal Writing and Development (3 Credits)

Provides foundation in the skills and knowledge required to effectively create proposals for various types of organizations. Emphasizes best practices in management, presentation, and research skills necessary to find funding, manage proposal efforts, and build relationships with funders. Reviews editing, concision, and technical writing skills required for proposal writers. Offered by English. Limited to three attempts.

Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 302.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 489 - DL2: Proposal Writing/Development — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Online

Graduate

500-Level Courses

ENGH 501: Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing (3 Credits)

Provides historical and theoretical background in professional writing and editing in a seminar format. Explores professional writing's emergence as a field of scholarship and practice, emphasizes the relationships between rhetorical theories and practice, and introduces students to bibliographic research in the field. Offered by English. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 501 - 001: Intro Profess and Tech Writing — McKinley Green — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM W - Music Theater Building - Hybrid

ENGH 503: Theory and Practice of Editing (3 Credits)

Instruction in revising, editing, and preparing specialized writing for printing. Emphasizes methods of achieving clarity, accuracy, and completeness. Lecture and discussion on editing and printing techniques; practical exercise in revision, layout, and production. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by English. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

2 Sections Currently Scheduled

ENGH 503 - 001: Theory and Prac of Editing — Heidi Y. Lawrence — 05:55 PM to 07:10 PM M - Horizon Hall - Hybrid
ENGH 503 - 002: Theory and Prac of Editing — Colleen Erin Reynolds — 04:30 PM to 05:45 PM M - Innovation Hall - Hybrid

ENGH 504: Internship (1-6 Credits)

Under supervision of a faculty director, students report and reflect on their work as interns at organizations of their choosing, usually in writing and/or editing positions. For 3 credits, students work on site at least 135 hours as specified in the agreement developed with the internship supervisor and approved by the faculty director. Notes: Contact the English Department one semester prior to enrollment. Offered by English. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Internship

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 504 - 001: Internship — Scott W Berg

ENGH 508: Digital Rhetoric (3 Credits)

Provides an examination of major works on digital rhetoric and digital media framed by contemporary rhetorical theories that inform the emergent field of digital rhetoric. Course work includes projects that engage in the design, analysis, and assessment of digital media. Offered by English. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 508 - 001: Digital Rhetoric — Douglas Eyman — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Peterson Hall 2411 - Hybrid

ENGH 509: Proposal Writing and Development (3 Credits)

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 509 - DL2: Proposal Writing and Developmt — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Online

ENGH 565: Forms of Nonfiction (3 Credits)

Intensive study of and practice in various forms of nonfiction writing through analyzing models and weekly writing assignments. Includes biographies, documentaries, editorials, interviews, reports, reviews, and essays. Notes: Other interested graduate students should contact the English Department at (703) 993-2763. Offered by English. May not be repeated for credit.

Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to MFA concentration in nonfiction; ENGH 486 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 565 - 001: Forms of Nonfiction — Timothy Denevi — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Horizon Hall 3001

600-Level Courses

ENGH 675: Feminist Theory and Criticism (3 Credits)

Presents historically based introduction to major debates within feminist theory and criticism. Stressing gender in literature and its interpretation, explores diverse collection of feminist interpretive practices. Offered by English. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 675 - DL1: Feminist Theory/Criticsm — Anu Aneja — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Online

ENGH 697: Composition Theory (3 Credits)

Acquaints classroom teachers with theory relating to writing and teaching composition. Focuses on explaining theories of participants, reading works of leading theorists, and developing statement describing implications of theoretical consistency in teaching writing. Offered by English. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

ENGH 697 - DL1: Composition Theory — Douglas Eyman — 05:55 PM to 07:10 PM T - Online

Courses and Syllabi

Fall 2025

Undergraduate

300-Level Courses

ENGH 376: Rhetoric and New Media (3 Credits)

ENGH 380: Introduction to Writing and Rhetoric (3 Credits)

ENGH 382: Rhetoric of the Essay (3 Credits)

ENGH 388: Professional and Technical Writing (3 Credits)

ENGH 399: Creative Nonfiction Writing (3 Credits)

400-Level Courses

ENGH 459: Internship (1-3 Credits)

ENGH 483: Technical Editing (3 Credits)

ENGH 486: RS: Writing Nonfiction for the Public (3 Credits)

ENGH 488: Topics in Writing and Rhetoric (3 Credits)

ENGH 489: Proposal Writing and Development (3 Credits)

Graduate

500-Level Courses

ENGH 501: Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing (3 Credits)

ENGH 503: Theory and Practice of Editing (3 Credits)

ENGH 504: Internship (1-6 Credits)

ENGH 508: Digital Rhetoric (3 Credits)

ENGH 509: Proposal Writing and Development (3 Credits)

ENGH 565: Forms of Nonfiction (3 Credits)

600-Level Courses

ENGH 675: Feminist Theory and Criticism (3 Credits)

ENGH 697: Composition Theory (3 Credits)

700-Level Courses

ENGH 722: Composition Pedagogies and Programs in Context (3 Credits)

ENGH 799: Thesis (1-6 Credits)

800-Level Courses

ENGH 824: Studies in Professional Writing (3 Credits)