Purpose Statement

English + Academic Programs + Academics

The Department of English seeks to help students improve their abilities, both as individuals and parts of cooperative groups, to think critically and creatively, to communicate effectively, to appropriately evaluate and enjoy literature, and to develop a sound understanding of the roles of language and literature in the Christian view of life.

Educational Objectives

    To develop in students the ability to think clearly, logically, critically, and creatively in the light of biblical truth and divine creation.
  • To develop students' competence to read, write, speak, and listen effectively.
  • To develop students’ abilities to understand, appreciate, and apply the basic terms, techniques, facts, and interpretations of language and literature as seen in representative passages and selected masterpieces.
  • To guide students in formulating a biblically based and Christ‑centered outlook on language, literature, and life‑‑including consideration of truth, standards, morality, freedom, and responsibility.
  • To prepare students (especially majors) for graduate work, teaching, and job‑related or personal communication activities, including familiarization with the general technology of computers as well as other audio‑visual related communication equipment and programs.
  • To provide the college and the general public with educational and entertaining literary and linguistic programs as well as consultative services.