Department of English Language & Literature

Chair: Terry Engel, Ph.D.

Professors:

Kenneth W. Hammes, Ph.D.

Associate Professors:

Charles Bane, Ph.D.
Nick Boone, Ph.D.
Michael Claxton, Ph.D.
Kathy Dillion, Ph.D.
Terry Engel, Ph.D.
Larry Hunt, Ph.D.

Assistant Professors:

Heath Carpenter, Ph.D.
Stephanie Eddleman, Ph.D.
Nathan Henton, M.A.
Russell Keck, Ph.D.
Greg Laing, Ph.D.
Amy Qualls, Ph.D.
Jon Singleton, Ph.D.

The mission of the Department of English Language and Literature is to:

1. Develop the rhetorical and critical thinking skills necessary for proficiency in reading and writing;
2. Develop effective written expression;
3. Build an appreciation for literature as both aesthetic expression and a reflection of the human culture, thought and ideals;
4. Prepare students for careers in teaching, writing or other fields in which English language skills are valued; and
5. Demonstrate the importance of reading literature within a spiritual context and of applying Christian values to written communication.

Programs

• English Major (ENG) (Non-Teacher Licensure), BA
• English Major (ENGC) (Teacher Licensure), BA

• English as a Second Language Field
• English Minor
• Linguistics Minor
• Teaching English as a Second Language Field
• Writing Minor for English Majors
• Writing Minor for Non-English Majors