ENGLISH
Bachelor of Arts
The English program at Jessup offers several distinctives. First of all, we approach the study of literature and writing with a Christian worldview. We believe that all truth is God’s truth and that the study of great writings throughout the ages can give us a glimpse of God’s interaction with the world that He created. Secondly, we offer concentrations in both creative and professional writing—a rarity in undergraduate programs at Christian colleges—because we are committed to the highest standards for Christian writers. Finally, we know that the study of literature and of writing can be and should be a transformative experience, and we desire that all students should grow to know themselves, others, and God more deeply through their study of English.
42 – 51 UNITS
15 WEEK SEMESTERS
ROCKLIN CAMPUS
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Although many English majors go on to be teachers, the major is also excellent preparation for other fields. Many English graduates go on to law school or to graduate work in the humanities or education. Others find satisfying careers in fields where good communication and people skills are important, such as ministry, human resources, or technical writing. And of course, many go on to become writers themselves.
The major in English with a concentration in teaching is approved as a subject matter preparation program by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Students that complete the major and concentration have satisfied the subject matter requirements without needing to take the state subject matter competence exam (CSET) in English.
Program Concentrations
Literature
Creative Writing
Professional Writing
Teaching
Program Courses
- Major Courses (15 units)
- HIST231/HIST232 | Western Civilization I and II
- HIST291 | American History
- PHIL271 | Introduction to Philosophy
- PSYC100 | Introduction to Psychology
- PSYC141 | Developmental Psychology
- Core Courses (24 units)
- ENGL160 | Introduction to Literary Studies
- ENGL220 | Foundations of British Literature
- ENGL221 | British Literature since 1800
- ENGL231 or ENGL232 | American Literature to 185 or American Literature 1865 to Present
- ENGL320 | Shakespeare
- ENGL382 | The Perfect Sentence
- English Electives
English Concentrations: Students must choose a concentration listed below.
- Literature Concentration (18 units)
- ENGL360 | Critical Analysis of Literature
- ENGL497 | Advanced Seminar in Literature
- Upper Division Electives
- Creative Writing Concentration (18 units)
- ENGL286 | Creative Writing
- ENGL386 | Advanced Creative Writing
- ENGL498CW | Advanced Seminar in Creative Writing
- Upper Division English Electives
- Teaching Concentration (24-27 units)
- ENGL286 | Creative Writing
- ENGL350 | Children’s Literature
- ENGL360 | Critical Analysis of Literature
- ENGL475 | English Practicum
- ENGL498T | Advanced Seminar in Teaching
- COMM180 | Public Speaking
- TEDU323 | Language, Culture, and Literacy
- Upper Division English Electives
- Professional Writing Concentration (18-21 units)
- ENGL363 | Introduction to Professional Writing
- ENGL475 | English Practicum
- ENGL498PW | Advanced Seminar in Professional Writing
- BUS302 | Organizational Communication
- Upper Division English Electives
To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.
English Minor Courses (21 units)
- ENGL220 | Foundations of British Literature
- ENGL221 | British Literature since 1800
- ENGL231 | American Literature to 1865 or ENGL232 | American Literature 1865 to Present
- ENGL286 | Creative Writing or ENGL360 | Critical Analysis of Literature
- ENGL320 | Shakespeare
- Upper division English electives (6 units)
To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.
Cameron Wilson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Students who study English at WJU will be transformed by the study of language, literature, and writing, and carry with them into the world a passion for narratives and the written word. – Cameron Wilson
FACULTY
Cameron Wilson, Ph.D.
Dorisa D. Costello, Ph.D.
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Erin Donoho
Karen Tomlin
Scott Beard
Tim Brown
JESSUP NEWS & STORIES
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