English Program

Develops students' critical thinking skills through instruction in rhetoric, linguistic logic, argumentation and general communication skills
Cultivates students' understanding of the role of literature and culture in social structures
Emphasizes the understanding of literary movements across centuries, periods, and geographical regions
Teaches to appreciate the ethical, aesthetic as well as socio-political elements of intellectual discourse
Educates students to learn from the cultural achievements of past and present thinkers, writers, and wise people.
Furthers the students' ability to integrate newly developed technologies into their communication with others
Raises awareness of the diversity of voices and global connections.

using language, in particular writing, to fit a variety of audiences and purposes;
integrating logic, argumentation and interpersonal communication skills (both verbal and non-verbal);
understanding a breadth of writing and ideas by female and male authors, both classic and contemporary, including a representative body of literature encompassing works of diverse national, cultural and ethnic groups;
distinguishing the function and variety of literary and aesthetic forms, including fiction, non-fiction, drama and poetry;
analyzing, interpreting, evaluating, and appreciating print and non-print texts, including film;
applying historic and contemporary rhetorical theories to all media and communication contexts;
conducting research, using a variety of sources, and reporting findings in diverse and appropriate formats and media.