About the Department of English
The Department of English at the College of Charleston seeks to teach each student to read with insight, perception, and objectivity and to write with clarity and precision. The English major provides upper-level students with an understanding of their literary heritage, an aesthetic appreciation of literary art, and a knowledge of the importance of literature in the life of any thinking individual.
As dedicated teacher-scholars, faculty in the Department of English have a wide range of academic and creative interests and expertise. The results of their research and artistry have been published in the form of books, articles, and collections. In addition, the department publishes a variety of national and local journals.