Mission Statement:
The english program helps sudents attain literacy and aesthetic appreciation. English courses provide guided practice in critical reading, critical thinking, research, writing, and revising. In literature classes students examine the human condition by the study of literary texts; in writing classes they master the strategies of rhetoric, voice, and style. English majors are well equipped for middle and secondary school teaching; English majors achieve literacy skills for graduate study or entry into professional life.

This major offers the opportunity to specialize in either English Education or standard English. Bethany's program also provides the opportunity to minor in English.

Bethany College gives students the choice between a major in English Education, a major in English, or a minor in English. Through the English program, students master the skills of critical thinking and advanced writing techniques. Bethany also places heavy emphasis on community relations so students gain the skills necessary to be leaders in their fields as well as their communities.

QUESTIONS? Contact Dr. Linda Lewis ext. 8127 Email: lewisl@bethanylb.edu