Do you love to read and write? Do you enjoy the art of communication? Our English program provides you with a solid foundation in English and American literature, creative writing and technical writing. Our small classes include traditional literary surveys in everything from the contemporary American novel to Shakespeare to African-American literature.

Within our program, you will take pop-culture courses and explore such topics as the roaring Twenties, graphic novels and gothic literature. You will work closely with professors to develop strong writing and critical thinking skills that will prepare you for your graduate studies or professional career as an author or editor, or in various communications fields such as public relations or marketing.

There are several tracks offered within the English program, including Creative Writing, Publishing and Language Arts Teacher Certification.

Degree programs offered by the College of Liberal Arts and its departments share a common core of courses. Students in these programs must complete the Basic Curriculum, and the major curriculum