English Department
The English department at Waldorf College provides students with opportunities to improve their writing skills and develop an appreciation of literature. In English classes students will work closely with faculty members while learning how to express their own ideas clearly, explore great thoughts expressed in language, and discover their own creativity.
The Waldorf College English Department offers three majors that lead to a BA: English, Creative Writing and English Secondary Education. Two minors, English and Creative Writing, are also offered for students in other fields who wish to study English. International students can take advantage of the English as a Second Language program, with intensive instruction in the summer and courses that focus on oral and written communication during the Fall and Winter semesters.
The English and Creative Writing majors are built upon a Humanities minor that exposes students to a rich variety of literature and writing courses as well as interdisciplinary studies in art, music, theater, philosophy, religion, and history. The literature courses ground students in the meaning and importance of the written word and cover a breadth of genres, time periods, and nationalities. Students can also develop their own writing abilities through a number of expository and creative writing courses.
The Secondary Education major involves courses in both the English and Education Departments, and provides many opportunities for learning through classroom instruction, observations and volunteer opportunities in schools, and experience as a student teacher.
All courses within the department pay special attention to the art of critical thinking, reading, and writing, thereby preparing English majors to go on to graduate school (including law school); to enter English-related fields such as teaching, writing, editing, or publishing; or to work in a traditional business setting, where they are prized for their ability to think and communicate clearly.
We also encourage you to contact the Admissions and Financial Aid Office. Waldorf College offers many different types of financial aid, including three scholarships specifically for English majors.
We look forward to meeting you.
