English with Creative Writing Focus

Mission

The Department of Humanities fosters intellectual growth and cultural understanding through the study of religious studies, English, and world languages. Aligned with the College's mission, the department cultivates critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills to prepare students for meaningful contributions in an interconnected world. The department’s interdisciplinary approach encourages exploration of faith, language, and artistic expression, shaping informed and compassionate individuals ready to engage with diverse global perspectives.

Learning Outcomes

1. The student will analyze and interpret texts written in and translated into English, identifying elements of craft, process, literary techniques, and creative uses of language, and synthesize the methods and interpretive practices of the discipline.
2. The student will demonstrate skillful use of technique in the creative process for critical and intuitive thinking, and can appraise their own writing practices and how they have evolved.
3. The student will effectively communicate ideas through written and oral forms, showcasing their ability to express complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
4. The student will demonstrate the ability to research literary, cultural, and historical contexts, and determine how past and present literary forms, structures, styles, and traditions influence artistic choices in writing.
5. The student will engage in writing as a reflective, iterative process across a variety of genres, preparing for professional and graduate school opportunities by developing a portfolio and understanding the relevance and importance of clarity in writing in various career paths.