S., Columbus College Ed. University of South Florida Irvin Ziemann Associate Professor of Language Arts B.S., M.A., M.A., University of Wisconsin Language is the most pervasive aspect of culture and the primary way that culture is created and maintained. English is the most widely used language in the world and its use is constantly expanding. Students who major in English are equipped to understand and influence cultural development not only in U.S. culture, but in the cultures of the world. It is a vital and exciting way to fulfill one's calling to serve Christ and impact the world for him.
Communication is the process of creating shared meaning and, ultimately, shared life.
The human capacity to understand, influence, and appreciate others comes through symbolic interaction. Communication is a dynamic two-way process encompassing contributions from the humanities, the arts, and behavioral sciences. The English program seeks to expand a student's range of verbal and non-verbal skills, to develop sensitivity for their appropriate use in different social and cultural situations, and to develop a Christian perspective on issues of power, influence, freedom, and truth. At Southeastern College, the personnel and program of the English major reflect the theories and methodologies which individuals use to create and negotiate a shared reality. Because written texts are situationally sensitive, students will have an opportunity to explore the use of English not only in literary but also within oral and public contexts.