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Satire

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
MoWe 2:30p.m. – 3:45p.m.		 Wheatley-Peters W01-0045 3 $2138 (guest students)
Date
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Time
MoWe 2:30p.m. – 3:45p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0045
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2138 (guest students)

Description

This course examines the genre of satire, considering both its form and function in art and popular culture from Ancient Greece to the contemporary. Students study the characteristics that distinguish satire from other forms of comedy, including its ability to ridicule, critique, offend and challenge the status quo. The course will also investigate the ways in which satire in performance differs from satirical literature. Students will read and experience satire in a variety of forms, including plays, political cartoons, essays, standup comedy, films, television shows, short stories, and novels.  

Prerequisites

ENGL 200 or 201 or 202

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026

Location

Wheatley-Peters W01-0045

Enrolled / Capacity

25 / 25

Status

Closed

Instructor

Keyana Parks

Tuition*

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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