English

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Department Faculty

Holly Bird, Geoffrey Carter, Patricia Cavanaugh, Basil Clark, Daniel Cook, Ruth Copp, Fenobia Dallas, Eric Gardner, Nathan Garrelts, Christopher Giroux, Lynne Graft, Katherine H. Harley, Mary Harmon, Phyllis Hastings, Bradley Herzog, Elisabeth Jorgensen, Timothy Kenyon, Judith Kerman, John Lesko, Gillan Markey, Tamara Migan, Marsha Millikin, Paul Munn, Cecil Owens, Susan Plachta, Helen Raica-Klotz, Elizabeth Rich, C. Vincent Samarco, Ruth Sawyers, Diane Saylor, Kerry W. Segel, Melissa Seitz, James P. Sullivan, Gary Thompson, Daniel Villaire, W. Leslie Whittaker, William Williamson, Janice Wolff

The skills, knowledge and understanding acquired through the English major are excellent preparation for careers in education, law, business, medicine, government, journalism, editing, publishing and many others. The study of language and literature provides students with an opportunity to develop a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Through courses that range from classic literature to new research technologies, students can acquire the skills necessary for effective use of language and for analyzing issues of relevance to individuals and society. These courses offer a foundation for effective interpersonal communication as well as an understanding of content area that is needed in today’s society, and enable students to participate as critical thinkers well equipped to engage in the public discourse of our time.

Students may choose to earn degrees in English in one of four emphases:

1. Literature
2. Creative Writing
3. Professional and Technical Writing
4. Teacher Certification

Like many areas of contemporary culture, English is evolving as professionals in the field contend with the implications of new media and reconsider what is needed to be literate in the new century. These emphases are designed to give students the adaptability and flexibility to keep up with such challenges.

Degree Programs Offered

1. Bachelor of Arts, English – Literature
2. Bachelor of Arts, English – Creative Writing
3. Bachelor of Arts, English – Professional and Technical Writing
4. Bachelor of Arts, English – Teacher Certification

Minors

1. General Minor in English
2. Creative Writing
3. Applied Writing
4. Secondary Education Teacher Certification

Courses in English Studies

1. Foundation Courses
2. Creative and Professional Writing Courses
3. Language Courses
4. Survey Courses
5. American Literature Courses
6. Literary Periods
7. Single Author Courses
8. Theory Courses
9. Genre Courses

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