Upon completion of the departmental course of study, the student will be able to:

1. enable students to write proficiently, effectively, and creatively for a variety of audiences and purposes.
2. acquaint students with the history and structure of the English language.
3. develop creative and critical thinking skills to successfully interpret literary texts.
4. develop an understanding of different literary techniques, conventions, and methods of analysis while improving critical thinking skills.
5. perceive literary works as vehicles for inspiration and moral values.
6. develop skills in interdisciplinary research and inquiry.

ENGLISH SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE
All seniors majoring in English or English Language Arts Education must take the prescribed comprehensive examination prior to their final semester of study. This examination must be passed satisfactorily the first time or the specific area of deficiency must be made up before graduation in consultation with the members of the English faculty.

Upon successful completion of music degree programs, students will be able to demonstrate:

1. A broad awareness of the historical, cultural, aesthetic, and applied qualities of music as a discipline within the liberal arts.
2. Integrated knowledge of music theory, music history, and music performance.
3. Technical skills required for artistic self-expression in a major performance area.
4. Knowledge of music technology specific to educational and compositional practices.
   Pragmatic and pedagogical knowledge and skills integral to service in the field of music.
5. Independent thinking grounded in a Christian worldview environment of holistic care for each individual.
6. An understanding of their God-given gift as responsibility and service to the community.

Upon successful completion of the departmental course of study, the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of historical themes and chronology.
2. Effectively analyze and use primary and secondary sources.
3. Conduct and present original historical research
4. Pursue a career in History or a related field (education, law, politics, graduate school).

The goal of the Theatre program is to develop effective and creative communicators in the field of theatre by integrating traditional academic content with the knowledge and skills important to real world contexts. The following outcomes are established:

1. Develop the ability to observe, analyze, and reflect on human behavior through theory, production, and performance of theatre.
2. Develop critical thinking and problem-solving from multiple perspectives through the creation of theatre for diverse audiences.
3. Prepare students for a future in the field of theatre or communication arts (i.e., education, professional, noncommercial, and ministry).