LIT109 Basho to Beyonce: Introduction to Poetry
This course will examine poetry from a variety of time periods and cultures ranging from seventeenth century Japanese haiku to contemporary poetry and music lyrics. Emphasis will be on explaining how the form and content of the poems reflect their historical and cultural context and on recognizing their contribution to the development of poetry. In 100-level literature courses, students explore, interpret, and discuss a range of texts from multiple media. Fulfills open, liberal arts and humanities electives.
Prerequisite
Communications Proficiency
Electives
- HUM - Humanities Elective
- LA - Liberal Arts Elective
- MTHA - Mass Transfer Humanities Arts
- OPEN - Open Elective