english
The English curriculum, which consists primarily of literature courses, instructs students in the principles of effective communication embodied in the writing of authors whose ideas, sympathies, or literary innovations have helped shape civilization and have contributed to an understanding of people in their various cultures, environments, and times. The department believes that oral and written responses to literature strengthen the abilities of students to think critically and creatively, and to express themselves well. The Master of Arts and Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies promote rigorous and professional scholarly research within the area of English studies. They offer high-quality courses and a degree that produce highly competent English educators and professional scholars who pursue further scholarly degrees in English.