2004-05 Catalog
2004-05 Greenville College CatalogDepartmentsENGLISHProfessors—Dale
F. Martin (Department Head),Donna Hart, Sandra
E. Salguero-Schmidt, John
L. Wright English Language and Literature | Journalism and Creative Writing | Teaching the English Language (TESOL) | English Education As part of the larger mission of the College, the English Department helps students think critically, write articulately, read discerningly, and communicate creatively. To meet these institutional objectives, the Department offers introductory courses in the study of writing and literature: students usually satisfy the two general education requirements by successful completion of an expository writing course (ENG 101) and a course in literary analysis (ENG 201 or 243). A full course of study in English enables students to interpret and synthesize complex information, communicate with competence and creativity, and employ versatile research and problem-solving skills. Thus, the English major has always served as a foundational liberal arts degree that offers exceptional pre-professional training for a wide variety of vocations. Graduates from Greenville 's English program have excelled in careers such as writing, editing, journalism, film and television production, civil service, teaching, library science, ministry, law, public relations, and business. Advanced courses in literature emphasize not only the acquisition of an integrated fund of knowledge about English, American, Continental, and non-western literature, but also an understanding of the various critical approaches to literary texts and authors. In particular, these courses engage and explore the relationship between literature and the Christian faith. Students preparing for careers in elementary, secondary, or higher education will supplement these courses in literary history and analysis with courses that explore the linguistic, rhetorical, and historical dimensions of the English language. Students anticipating careers in writing, editing, and the media are encouraged to construct a sequence of journalism and creative writing courses that culminates in an internship experience in writing (ENG 405). The internship offers practical experience in the marketplace, and the writer's workshop cultivates a portfolio of the student's best compositions and publications. In order to provide students with opportunities to develop their writing, communication, management, and creative skills, the Department sponsors two student publications— the Papyrus , the weekly campus newspaper, and the Vista , the campus yearbook. Scriblerus, a cadre of creative writers selected through an anonymous competition, has been active on the campus for over 60 years. A liberal arts English major requires completion of 33 credits in English. The student, in close collaboration with his or her advisor, has latitude in determining which English courses may be chosen to meet the 33 required credits. However, certain restrictions apply. No more than 10 credits earned through production and practicum courses (ENG 131, 331, and 405) may be applied to the 33 credits required. Students anticipating graduate work in English should be aware that a reading knowledge of a foreign language is frequently required. Students interested in one of the following tracks will select courses from the appropriate list (with the advisor's assistance) and fill out their program with elective English courses. The English major leads to a bachelor of arts degree. Students who complete 15 credit hours in the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages track will also earn a Teaching English as a Second Language certificate. English Language and Literature Track ENG 201 Introduction to Literature (3 cr) Journalism and Creative Writing Track COM 232 Broadcast Writing (3 cr) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Track ENG 214 Theoretical Foundations of Second Language Development and Teaching (3 cr) The English language arts education major requires completion of 43 credits in English and communication plus 44 credits of professional studies in education. Students anticipating a secondary teaching career should consult with the English language arts education advisor and follow the specific requirements and sequences in the Guide to Teacher Education .
English Language Arts Specialization Requirements ENG 201 Introduction to Literature (3 cr) Required Professional Studies Courses EDU 101 Introduction to Educational Practice (3 cr)
English Minor Requirements (18 credits) Last updated: August 13, 2004 |
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