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Introduction to the English Program

The English degree program at Seaver College allows students to examine humanity in all its intellectual, ethical, spiritual, and emotional complexity through literary analysis and intensive writing. Students of literature and composition learn the power of words, as well as how the right words can shape and influence select situations. This heightened awareness of language is what distinguishes our students, equipping them with a skill set that translates to a world of possibilities.

About the English Program

Our small English classes allow students to interact regularly with faculty. Enriched by a constant practice of reading and writing, students shape their major by choosing one of three areas in which to concentrate: literature, writing, or education.

In all concentrations, English majors sharpen their writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills in preparation for their chosen career paths.

Literature: Students focus on the development of the American and British literary traditions.

Writing and Rhetoric: Students focus on rhetoric and the composition process.

English Education: Students prepare to teach English at the secondary level and receive their certification upon completion of their degree.

Quality Assurance: Each degree program should employ sufficient faculty such that there is a capacity to design and deliver the curriculum (CFR 2.5). Curriculum design and implementation should involve evaluation, improvement, and promotion of student learning and success (CFR 2.5). Thus, faculty are responsible to exercise effective academic leadership on a consistent basis to ensure that the program's quality and educational purposes are upheld (CFR 2.6). Student support and co-curricular programs and services of sufficient nature, scope, and capacity go hand-in-hand with the degree programs for promoting students' academic, personal, and professional development (CFR 2.13).  - WSCUC 2023 Handbook, Standard 2