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Required of all first-year students and designed to teach students to write clear, vigorous prose, this course takes students through all stages of the writing process. Essay topics range from personal narratives to logical arguments. All students learn the resources of the NHTI library and write at least one documented research paper. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 101FC, ENGL 101XC, GST 100C, or GST 102C.

Meets the same objectives as ENGL 101C and embeds topics typically covered in a first-year experience course such as career and major research, priority management, and study skills such as note-taking, test-taking, and critical thinking. Students who have received credit for ENGL 101FC cannot also receive credit for ENGL 101C, ENGL 101XC, GST 100C, or GST 102C.

Designed to teach students to write clear, vigorous prose. This course takes students through all stages of the writing process. Essay topics range from personal narratives to logical arguments. All students learn the resources of the NHTI library and write at least one documented research paper. Features the study of mindfulness and incorporates mindfulness meditation as an instructional method while exploring aspects of emotional intelligence as they relate to effective communication. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 101C, ENGL 101FC, or ENGL 101XC.

Designed for students who need practice in foundational skills while engaging college-level reading and writing skills. Weekly lab sessions will reinforce skills and topics directly related to lecture topics. The course takes students through all stages of the writing process. Essay topics range from personal narratives to logical arguments. All students learn the resources of the NHTI library and write at least one documented research paper. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 101C or ENGL 101FC.

An introductory survey exposing the student to representative works from the major genre forms: fiction, poetry, and drama. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 102C-FYE and ENGL 102MC.

Introduces students to representative works from major genres, such as fiction, poetry, and drama and the concept of the “hero’s journey.” Through reading, writing, discussion, and presentation students analyze texts to understand the role of literature in culture. Using the framework of the literature, students will examine and plan their own journey through college and beyond. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 102C and ENGL 102MC. 

Introduces students to representative works from major genres such as fiction, poetry, and drama. Through reading, writing, and class discussion, students analyze texts to understand the role of literature in culture. This course features the study of mindfulness and incorporates mindfulness meditation as an instructional method while also exploring aspects of emotional intelligence as they relate to effective communication. Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 102C and ENGL 102C-FYE.

Provides a broad survey of the basic components of theatre. Students study theatre from different perspectives. They examine plays, the history of theatre as an art, acting, technical theatre, theatre’s impact on society, and important practitioners in the field. Plays are unique in all of literature because they’re only finished in performance in front of an audience. To understand how plays come to their complete realization, the class will see several productions both on and off campus. The student will be responsible for the cost of one ticket for an off-campus production.

Focuses on the application of communication principles and theories, enabling students to develop public speaking, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and group communication skills. Through an in-depth look at self concept, and verbal and nonverbal language and listening skills, students gain an increased awareness of the way they perceive themselves and others as well as the cultural and ethical implications of behavior. Coursework includes speeches, exercises, and writing assignments. (Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for ENGL 120MC or COMM 120C or COMM  120MC.)

Focuses on the application of communication principles and theories. Students develop public speaking, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and group communication skills. Through an in-depth look at self concept, and verbal and nonverbal language and listening skills, students gain an increased awareness of the way they perceive themselves and others as well as the cultural and ethical implications of behavior. Coursework includes speeches, exercises and writing assignments. Sections identified as MC (Communicating Mindfully) feature the study of mindfulness and incorporate mindfulness meditation as an instructional method while exploring aspects of contemplative neuroscience and emotional intelligence as they relate to effective communication. (Students who have received credit for this course cannot also receive credit for for ENGL 120C, COMM 120MC OR COMM 120C.)