Mary E Aldridge, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - English/Humanities
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Cultural Sciences and Communication
Office: LA 3 - Room: 14
480-461-7361
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM | 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM | 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM | |
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | ||||
Online | ||||
By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Classes Taught
Fall 2026
| EDU291 | Children's Literature | 3 Credits | ||||
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Review of folk and modern literature from a variety of world cultures, including application of literary criteria to folk and modern literature for children. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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15259
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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TuTh
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10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
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Class Started |
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Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. |
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| ENG101 | First-Year Composition | 3 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). |
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Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook. |
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| General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC], Written Communication [WCM] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
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15287
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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MoWe
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7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
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Class Started |
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15283
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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MoWe
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9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Closed |
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Notes: Class 15283: Honors Program only. Please contact the Honors Office at 480-461-7079 for more information to register. |
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| ENH291 | Children's Literature | 3 Credits | ||||
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Review of folk and modern literature from a variety of world cultures, including application of literary criteria to folk and modern literature for children. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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33637
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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TuTh
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10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
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Class Started |
| FRE101 | Elementary French I | 4 Credits | ||||
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Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the French language. Includes the study of French culture, practice of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: If you have previous knowledge of French or you have taken high school French classes, please contact the World Languages department (480-461-7031) to be placed in the appropriate level |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Oral Communication [OCM] | ||||||
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15381
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FRE201 | Intermediate French I | 4 Credits | ||||
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Review of essential grammar of the French language and study of French culture. Continued practice and development of reading, writing, and speaking skills. Prerequisites: (FRE102 or FRE102AA with a grade of "C" or better), or two years of high school French with an average of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Oral Communication [OCM] | ||||||
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17378
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| HUM107 | Humanities Through the Arts | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to humanities including film, drama, music, literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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15323
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| HUM205 | Introduction to Cinema | 3 Credits | ||||
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Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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16027
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| Book Information | ||||||
Spring 2027
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition | 3 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. |
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Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook. |
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| General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC], Written Communication [WCM] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
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11939
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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01/20/2027 – 05/14/2027
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MoWe
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7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
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Open 16 of 24 |
| Book Information | ||||||
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10267
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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01/20/2027 – 05/14/2027
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MoWe
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9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Open 24 of 24 |
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10248
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FRE102 | Elementary French II | 4 Credits | ||||
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Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the French language along with the study of French culture. Emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FRE101, or FRE101AA, or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Oral Communication [OCM] | ||||||
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10327
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 23 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FRE202 | Intermediate French II | 4 Credits | ||||
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Review of grammar, continued development of French language skills, and continued study of the French culture. Prerequisites: FRE201 with a grade of "C" or better, or three years of high school French with an average of "C" or better. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Oral Communication [OCM] | ||||||
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12164
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 23 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| Book Information | ||||||
| HUM209 | Women and Films | 3 Credits | ||||
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Analysis of images of women in films from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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11247
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 13 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2027
| HON190 | The Honors Experience | 3 Credits | ||||
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Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society and overall human experience. Critical inquiry of specific themes from a wide variety of academic viewpoints. Comprehensive and interdisciplinary review of global, historical, and cultural trends, supplemented by readings and discussion. Varied content due to changing honors forum themes and issues. Prerequisites: Admission to the college honors program or permission of Instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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11971
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/22/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 15 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Degrees & Awards
B.A. in French, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
B.A. in History, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
M.A. in English, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
PhD in English, University of Tulsa, Tulsa, OK
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