English studies encompass the diverse yet interdependent disciplines of English education.
The curriculum is designed to reveal the strong and natural relationships that link these disciplines. American, British, and world literature courses offer students a perspective gained only through intimacy with the thoughts, feelings, and works of writers of various times and cultures. Historical and descriptive linguistics offer linguistic heritage and, by exposing students to various patterns of language, contribute to understanding the ways people use language. Composition courses offer students the opportunity to become competent writers and to understand how writing can contribute to lifelong learning and to participation in their chosen profession. Creative writing helps students use language as a medium for imagination, insight, and artistry.