ENG 111-2, 5 - Topic: Science Fiction Science Fact (W) (1)

In this first-year writing seminar, we will trace the history of science fiction as it is influenced by, and diverges from, scientific developments. Organized around several major themes (including artificial intelligence, time travel, and biological alterity) this course will highlight historical and contemporary fictions of science alongside the advancements in the physical sciences that inspired those texts. Along the way, we will question the fact that science and literature have often been considered separate fields of inquiry and examine the role that literary devices and trends played in the development of scientific knowledge. Texts will include early examples of science fiction - from novels to poetry - as well as contemporary films, short stories, and other genres.
(First Year Writing Seminar (FYW))