ENGW 103 : Persuasive Writing & Research

The second course of the two-semester required writing course requirement for First-Year Writing.  This course builds on the  study of rhetoric begun in ENGW 101 or 102, and introduces students to  argumentation and persuasive writing techniques, in addition to the conventions of academic research. English Writing 103 stresses the examination of counter-arguments, the exploration of primary and secondary sources, and familiarity with academic style conventions. Students will be expected to engage in discussion of contemporary issues through class discussion and their writing.  Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENGW 101 or 102 with a grade of  or higher. Note: Successful completion of this First Year Writing course requires a grade of  or higher.