Department of English

Department of English Mission Statement
Using innovative teaching approaches, the Department of English empowers students to write and communicate across numerous current and emerging fields, to think critically, and to solve problems creatively. At all levels of instruction--from first-year composition through graduate classes--the Department of English establishes a firm foundation for students to begin their exploration of the world and, for English majors, builds on that foundation with opportunities to enrich their cultural and intellectual lives through classes that emphasize deep analysis, careful research, and rigorous writing across several fields including the study of literature, creative writing, and professional writing. The Department of English both serves the needs of the University and strives to become a destination department for those students whose personal goals and intellectual curiosity align with the Department’s mission.
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Department Head |
Dr. Andrea Porter |
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Departmental Administrative Assistant |
Ms. Susan Hurst |
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Undergraduate Advisor |
Dr. Teresa Reed |
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Graduate Advisor |
Dr. Randy Davis |
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Writing Center Coordinator |
Ms. Mysti Nichols |
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Coordinator of First-Year Writing |
Dr. Raina Kostova |
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Writing Across the Curriculum Coordinator |
Ms. Katelyn Williams |
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Common Reading Program Coordinator |
Ms. Susan Dean |
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Certification Advisor |
Ms. Barbara Cook |