English minor

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Working closely with dedicated faculty members, students in this department hone their ability to think and read critically, reason persuasively, and write eloquently. Through exploring a constantly evolving range of course offerings, English majors learn the methodologies and vocabularies appropriate to literary study; contemplate the forms and purposes of literary art in a variety of periods and cultures; and investigate the intersections between English and many other disciplines.

The English Department also fosters a culture of curiosity and intellectual endeavor, as well as respect for a variety of cultures and intellectual approaches, through advising, internships and service learning, study abroad, and extracurricular programming. Students who pursue optional creative writing courses balance critical study with creative endeavor, learning the history and forms of literary art as apprentice practitioners.

English

Choose two english courses at the 200-level as described in the following list. Some or all of these may overlap with the period and countertraditions requirements described below.

One course must be numbered between 229 and 299,
One course may be at the 100-level (although no 100-level courses are required).

Upper Level English

Choose at least three english courses at the 300-level or above. Some or all of which may overlap with the period and countertraditions requirements described below.

Elective

Choose one additional english elective. It can be any topic or level including Creative Writing or the Shenandoah intership.

Literature and Countertraditions

The six courses chosen for the requirements listed above must include the following:

Literature Before 1800

Choose at least one course at the 300-level from the following list:

Literature Since 1800