Personnel
Chair: Keely Tary
Faculty: Rachel Byrd, Blake Gorth, Amanda Livanos, Clarise Nixon, Jodi Ruf, Emily McArthur, Laurie Stankavich, Keely Tary
First-Year Writing Coordinator: Amanda Livanos
EESL Coordinator: Laurie Stankavich
All Programs Coordinator: Keely Tary
About
The Department of English offers two categories of courses that view humanity's search for truth and its most convincing expression through a Christian perspective. Language courses aid students in developing ease, confidence, and competence in the art of effective communication and in acquiring knowledge of the science of language; literature courses develop the ability to discern and appreciate the best literary works.
Students wishing to major in English must apply to the department through their advisers by taking ENGL 150 during the second semester of their freshman year or at the time of transfer from another major or university. A minimum grade of B- is required in ENGL 101, ENGL 102, and ELIT 216. English majors must maintain a 2.50 overall average in ENGL and ELIT courses.
Students majoring or minoring in English must meet the specific requirements of the Department of English (below) and the General Education program. For the English major, intermediate foreign language is required. ENGL 101, ENGL 102, ENGL 109, ENGL 132, and ELIT 175 do not count toward an English major or minor.
English majors may substitute a journalism writing class or English topics course for one English elective. English majors who minor in journalism or public relations are eligible for internships through the School of Journalism and Communication.
Mission Statement
The Department of English develops students' skills in language, literature, and writing from a biblical worldview and prepares graduates for a life of Christian service.
Assessment
As a requirement for graduation and as part of a departmental assessment process, senior English majors take the Major Field Test for Literature in English as part of ELIT 490 - Senior Capstone. ELIT 490 also includes preparation for the Major Field Test, student writings, and an oral interview. Majors complete a written evaluation of the department, providing information used to improve the quality of the department.
Residence
English majors and minors are required to take ELIT 214 - Survey of American Literature (IN-10) and ELIT 215 - Survey of English Literature (IN-10) in residence. Exceptions must be petitioned through the department.
Associated Programs
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Requirements
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (23 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
REQUIRED COGNATES (6 Total Credits) - Complete 1 of the following:
- Select 6 credits from the following types of courses: Elementary or Intermediate Foreign Language
- Select 6 credit(s):
- Select 6 credits from the following types of courses: Adventist Colleges Abroad
- Select 6 credits from the following types of courses: Summer Language Intensive
- Certification of Second Language Ability
- Select 6 credit(s):
EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION (0 Total Credits) - Please choose a concentration below.
Grand Total Credits: 29
English, Teaching Licensure, 6-12 Emphasis
Catalog 2024 — Indefinite
About
This emphasis combines the English major curriculum with the professional education requirements necessary for licensure, preparing graduates for teaching in middle school or at the secondary level.
A student planning to obtain a secondary teacher licensure will need to include the required Professional Education courses and additional General Education requirements in their program as outlined in the School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling section of this Catalog.
The student must apply for Initial Admission to the Teacher Education Program (usually by the end of the sophomore year) after completing all requirements as outlined under ADMISSION PROCEDURES in the School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling section of the Catalog. Initial admission is required before the student can enroll in upper division education courses. The student must also complete an application and all other requirements for Admission to Student Teaching.
REQUIRED CORE AND COGNATE COURSES (29 Total Credits) - Complete the B.A. English Core and Cognate requirements.
- Minimum 29 credits
REQUIRED COGNATES (3 Total Credits) TEACHER LICENSURE (50 Total Credits) GENERAL EDUCATION (24 Total Credits) - Minimum 24 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 124 (1 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 124
Literature Emphasis
Catalog 2024 — Indefinite
About
The Literature emphasis is a strong liberal arts major with courses spanning the long history of literature, culture, and meaning-making in America, Britain, and beyond. Courses in the Literature emphasis introduce students to the pleasures of serious reading and interpretation, the value of seeing through other eyes, the chance to sharpen analytic skills to engage the material and symbolic world, the dynamism of a written world long in flux, the satisfaction of producing enlightened, inventive, compelling writing. Students gain practical experience through coursework, mentorship, experiential learning to prepare for graduate and professional programs as well as an ever-expanding variety of careers.
REQUIRED CORE AND COGNATE COURSES (29 Total Credits) - Complete the B.A. English Core and Cognate requirements.
- Minimum 29 credits
REQUIRED COURSES (21 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 6 credit(s):
- Select 6 credit(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
GENERAL EDUCATION (39 Total Credits) - Minimum 39 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 124 (17 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 124
Professional Writing Emphasis
Catalog 2022 — Indefinite
About
The Professional Writing Emphasis prepares students to apply critical thinking and writing skills to a variety of professional writing settings in which clear, cohesive writing is a necessity. Students will read and write a wide range of texts in both print and digital media necessary for jobs across a spectrum of professions. To gain experience writing for the marketplace, students in this emphasis will complete an internship with a professional organization such as public relations firms, educational institutions, business, and media.
REQUIRED CORE AND COGNATE COURSES (29 Total Credits) - Complete the B.A. English Core and Cognate requirements.
- Minimum 29 credits
REQUIRED COURSES (21 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
- Select ELIT (English Literature), ENGL (English) Electives (6 credits)
REQUIRED COGNATES (4 Total Credits) GENERAL EDUCATION (42 Total Credits) - Minimum 42 credits
- General Education requirements
FOREIGN LANGUAGE (0 - 6 Total Credits) - Complete at least 0-6 credits in this area
(Elementary Foreign Language or two years of foreign language in high school.)
ELECTIVES TO = 124 (10 - 4 Total Credits) - Complete at least 10-4 credits in this area
Grand Total Credits: 124
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Emphasis
Catalog 2024 — Indefinite
About
With the preeminent position of English as a global language, numerous international opportunities exist for teachers with a practical understanding of linguistics, intercultural communication, and theories of second language acquisition. The teaching of English also provides an unparalleled platform for ministry, especially in contexts where formal missionary opportunities are limited or unavailable.
Since TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is an emphasis within the English major, students will also be equipped for a number of other careers that require the ability to think analytically and creatively and communicate effectively. With its emphasis on cross-cultural communication, the TESOL emphasis serves as an excellent starting point for students aiming at careers in areas such as international business, non-profit and development, human resources, civil service, international and immigration law.
REQUIRED CORE AND COGNATE COURSES (29 Total Credits) - Complete B.A. English Core and Cognate requirements.
- Minimum 29 credits
REQUIRED COURSES (18 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
- Select 6 credit(s):
REQUIRED COGNATES (3 Total Credits) GENERAL EDUCATION (39 - 42 Total Credits) - Complete at least 39-42 credits in this area
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 124 (17 - 14 Total Credits) - Complete at least 17-14 credits in this area
Grand Total Credits: 124
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 29
About
Students certified in another content area who also seeks endorsement for teaching English must take the following classes:
Requirements
REQUIRED COURSES (22 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
Grand Total Credits: 22
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 22
About
The English as a Second Language Program is designed to help students whose native language is not English develop the English skills needed for success in the university's regular academic programs. These skills include reading, writing, grammar, and other study skills specific to the American educational environment. Students whose TOEFL scores are between 45-79 (Internet-based test) or whose English ACT score is below 18, as demonstrated by a test taken in the last 12 months, must enroll in the EESL program. Students may not advance into the regular first-year writing sequence until they have achieved an ACT of 18 (SAT 450) or have permission of the instructor upon completion of ENGL 100.
Students who have not met the exit requirements must register for one to three courses in the EESL program, and additional credit outside the EESL program, as approved by the EESL adviser, not to exceed a total load of 13 hours. The number of EESL courses required for a given student can be determined as follows:
- A student with a TOEFL IBT score of less than 60 (500 PBT) who is new to the university should register for three EESL courses. Students with scores over 60 may register for one to two EESL courses.
- With the approval of the EESL adviser, a student who has already completed a semester of the EESL program may register for one or two EESL courses, depending on test scores and performance in EESL classes. ENGL 100 may meet this requirement.
Requirements
REQUIRED COURSES (27 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 27
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 27
About
The English Minor is designed to provide students with a broad familiarity of core English skills, including literature, language, and writing. The world needs communicators, writers of high quality, and critical thinkers with developed imaginations. All of these skills are practiced and refined through the collaborative study of an English Minor.
Requirements
REQUIRED COURSES (18 Total Credits) - Course(s): ENGL190 - Introduction to English Studies (3)
- Select ELIT (English Literature), ENGL (English) Electives from courses numbered 300 - 499 (6 credits)
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
Grand Total Credits: 18
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 18
About
With the preeminent position of English as a global language, numerous international opportunities exist for teachers with a practical understanding of linguistics, intercultural communication, and theories of second language acquisition. The teaching of English also provides an unparalleled platform for ministry, especially in contexts where formal missionary opportunities are limited or unavailable.
A TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) minor is a valuable combination with many majors, including international business, non-profit management, global policy and service, communication studies with an intercultural emphasis, international studies, and missions.
Requirements
- Course(s):
- Select ELIT (English Literature), ENGL (English) Electives (5 credits)
Grand Total Credits: 18
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 18
Program Specific Info
With the dominance of written communication in a world of letters, emails, texts, and tweets, good writing skills cross every discipline and can help or hinder job placement and effectiveness. A minor in writing is a valuable option that augments any major.
Requirements
REQUIRED COURSES (18 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 12 credit(s):
Grand Total Credits: 18
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: 18