Department of English and Digital Media Arts

The Department of English and Digital Media provides all students with integrated experiences and instruction in the English language, literature, creative writing, communication studies, digital media, and foreign languages. It seeks to achieve four major objectives:

to develop in all students’ proficiency in the use of the English language and in analytical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills;
to assist all students in understanding and appreciating their literary heritage and that of other peoples;
to prepare students for careers in the digital media and communication fields and
to provide majors with a rich background in communication skills and to encourage their admission into professional programs such as law, public relations, government service, and education.

In addition to the department’s objectives for all its majors, the department welcomes students in other majors who wish to achieve the following:

an understanding of the role of communication in daily life with a focus on the importance of cultural diversity in communication;
a proficiency in the use of professional skills, techniques, methodologies, and supportive techniques in specific disciplines;
the acquisition of professional values and ethics;
a regimen of self-growth and professional development; and
the mastery of their creative writing skills.

The Department of English and Digital Media offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Digital Media Art. The English and Digital Media Art degree programs are tangential areas of study which provide students with instruction, experience, and training for the purpose of self-development, enrichment, possible career alternatives, and graduate school.

All students are expected to achieve a grade of “C” or better in English and Digital Media courses in order to earn credit toward graduation.

Academic Catalog

Department of English and Digital Media Arts