Department of English
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Committed to the study and practice of English in all its forms, the Concordia College English Department offers a variety of majors and minors, from a traditional program in literature to an interdisciplinary program in journalism.
Our faculty love to teach, and they engage vigorously in research and publication. English students take innovative classes and practice what they learn in a variety of out-of-class settings. Why not enroll in an English class or consider an English major?
The Concordia College English major develops ...
- a creative and imaginative mind
- an appreciation of language in all its forms
- the ability to think critically
- various strategies for research
- intellectual curiosity
- discovery and expression in writing
Department Goals
Concordia's English department centers itself in literature, literary criticism, journalism, creative writing, and the study of rhetoric. Join us as we think critically about what we read and write. Engage with us as we use texts to study the human experience, and let our program provide you with an excellent foundation for the career you choose after Concordia.
Successful Literature majors will ...
- identify and explain the techniques used to create meaning in a text, using the vocabulary of the discipline;
- make connections between literary texts and their historical and cultural contexts;
- interpret texts using a variety of critical approaches, attentive to ethical implications;
- develop moral, aesthetic, and existential awareness; and
- express complex ideas with clarity and style.
Successful English Education majors will ...
- show a broad competence in the discipline of English, including speech, literature, and writing for children and young adults;
- display knowledge of contemporary trends and issues in education and learning theory;
- demonstrate expertise in pedagogical methods for reading, writing, and speaking;
- indicate familiarity with theories of childhood and adolescent development; and
- meet or exceed state licensing requirements.
Successful Writing majors will ...
- write skillfully in a variety of genres;
- demonstrate advanced skill in a particular genre;
- show familiarity with a range of contemporary styles;
- use ethical, effective language; and
- understand research methods and responsibilities.
Successful Journalism majors will ...
- understand the changing role and importance of journalism in modern society;
- use rich, precise, and illuminating language;
- construct skillful narratives;
- find and assess relevant facts, interpret them, and present them in a context that is concise, fair, and accurate; and
- show familiarity with the major ethical and legal issues in journalism.
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