The mission of Lindsey Wilson College shapes the teaching philosophy of the English program. The faculty is committed to a program that stresses excellence in the study of language, rhetoric, writing, literature, and journalism. Through reading, writing, lecture, and discussion, the English program emphasizes intellectual development, including information processing, critical analysis, cultural literacy, and global awareness.

Selected English courses also fulfill the general-education requirements, support the teacher-education degree programs and provide elective courses for all students.

Our Students Succeed and Make a Difference

What do our students and graduates say about the English program?

"I hope to use my experience as an English major here at Lindsey Wilson College to fuel a lifetime of literacy in both others and myself and to stress the importance of being able to write and express oneself well...." John Pyron, Class of 2004

"The English Department was essentially a group of intelligent people validating the things that most fascinate me. Writers. Stories. Words. Ideas. Their enthusiasm for literary things reminded me almost daily that I loved being an English major...." Emily Blaser, Class of 2002

"The greatest thing I learned during my four years at Lindsey Wilson is the fact that there is so much that I don't know. It's ironic that the more I learn, the clearer it becomes how little I know. Ignorance may be bliss, but education is something better...." Jason Simpson, Class of 2003

English majors have found careers in the following fields:

• Library science
• High school teaching
• College teaching
• Teaching English as a Second Language
• Publishing
• Journalism
• Radio and television
• Freelance writing
• Technical and business writing
• Public relations
• Government
• Law and other legal professions