Loyola students take two English courses as requirements within the Common Curriculum.  English 122’s readings focus on argumentation on matters of social and cultural dispute, including such issues as censorship, capital punishment, and gender roles.  English 125’s readings are drawn from traditional and modern literature, including fiction, poetry, drama, and film, often with a specific thematic or genre-based focus.  Both courses stress critical analysis of the assigned readings as well as essay writing and research skills.

Students are placed in their introductory English course depending on ACT, SAT, or AP Exam scores, and sometimes a placement exam generally administered during orientation.  Students will be notified if they are required to take the placement exam.

Because students at Loyola University New Orleans are taught to write in accordance with principles of process writing theory, it is important for them to attend composition courses regularly.  There is no substitute for the group work, feedback about writing, regular commentary from the instructor, and class discussion.  The Common Curriculum English program supports the attendance policies of individual teachers, designed to encourage students to participate actively in composition courses and writing assignments.

If you have further questions, contact the Director of English Common Curriculum, Dale Hrebik at dshrebik@loyno.edu.