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The purpose of the art program is (1) to acquaint students with the fundamental elements and principles of the visual arts and their use in either studio or visual communication arts; (2) to provide opportunities for the student to develop skill in the use of various traditional and experimental forms of studio practice and current technological media, and the ability to apply them to art-making that engages contemporary culture and aesthetic concepts; (3) to provide opportunities for students to develop a knowledge of the historical development and cultural context of art and the capacity to think critically; and (4) to assist students in their exploration of the spiritual nature of art as an expression of their faith. The curriculum provides training in studio arts or visual communication that prepares students to pursue advanced study or begin work professionally.

Goals of the Major
1. Knowledge of British, American, and world literature.
2. Skill in literary criticism and scholarship.
3. Understanding of the relationship between literature and the Christian faith.
4. Skill in prose writing, whether critical or creative.
5. Experience of the central role of the imagination in living lives of compassion and service in a diverse, interconnected world.

Admission to the Major
Applicants for a major in English must display an average GPA of 2.5 or higher (4.0 = A) in any two of the following: ENG 2225, ENG 2251, ENG 2252, ENG 2253.

Requirements for the English Major
English Major: Creative Writing Concentration | English Major: Literature Concentration
*Electives include ENG 1110 and all ENG courses above 2000 (with the exception of ENG 2201), as well as TRE 4760 Playwriting.

Foreign Language Requirement
All students who complete the English major must be proficient in a foreign language. Proficiency is established upon satisfactory completion of the third quarter of a first-year college-level foreign language course or its equivalent. For alternate ways of satisfying this requirement, see the General Education section of the Catalog. Language proficiency is not satisfied by transfer of an associate’s degree from a community college unless the transcript records the completion of foreign language coursework. It is strongly recommended, however, that English majors complete at least two years of study of either a contemporary or ancient foreign language.

Admission to the Minor
Applicants for minors in literature or writing must display an average GPA of 2.5 or higher (4.0 = A) in at least two English courses at the 2000 level or above.

Requirements for the Literature Minor Note: This literature minor partially fulfills the requirements for a supporting endorsement on a teaching credential. See the School of Education section for additional requirements.

Requirements for the Writing Minor *All elective credits must be approved by the minor advisor. Electives may be selected from among courses in various disciplines depending on the student’s major and career goals. Non-English majors with an emphasis in creative writing must include at least 10 credits of literature in their electives. English majors may apply no more than 10 credits of work in this minor toward their major.

Special Programs
Image: A Journal of the Arts and Religion. Image is a quarterly literary journal with editorial offices at SPU. For more information about the journal, visit the Image Web site at www.imagejournal.org. English majors may apply to work as interns on the editorial staff of the journal.

British Isles Quarter
A biennial study-abroad program, British Isles Quarter (BIQ) offers students an opportunity to take regular English courses from an SPU professor while residing and traveling in Great Britain for a full academic quarter. For details about upcoming BIQs, visit the English Department Web site.

Summer Program in South Africa
A biennial study tour, the Summer Program in South Africa offers students an opportunity to take regular English courses from an SPU professor while traveling in South Africa for a month. For details on upcoming tours, visit the English Department Web site.

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