English
Why study English?
The Aquinas College English major combines the study of genres, authors and language into a unique and cohesive curriculum. The capacity of literature to explore and analyze the human condition and consequences of choice, especially moral choice, underscores its relevance as a unique mode of knowing. Thus, the anchor of the major is the genre-based World Literature series, supporting surveys in English and American literature and studies of authors such as Dante and Shakespeare. In addition, the English major will develop important communication skills, especially writing, as well as analytical abilities valued for post-graduate education or employment.
Upon completion of the program, the English graduate will be able to:
- Identify and critique major figures and movements in the development of English, American, and other literatures in translation, with emphasis on the Western literary heritage.
- Understand the relationship between literature and its cultural context.
Understand how literature explores the moral and spiritual experiences of humanity, particularly in a Christian context. - Understand and appreciate the language of English in its development, form, and expression.
Develop writing that is concise, logical, effective, graceful, and correct according to the conventions of written Standard English. - Do scholarly research in the domains of literary studies and the English language.
For an overview of this program of study, click on BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH
Meet the Faculty
M.S., University of Tennessee
M.A., Augustine Institute (candidate)
B.A., University of Dallas
Sister John Thomas Armour, O.P. is the Director of Student Learning Services and a Lecturer in English at Aquinas College in Nashville, TN. She received Bachelors degrees in English and Theology from the University of Dallas and a Masters degree in English Education from the University of Tennessee and is currently completing a Masters in Theology from the Augustine Institute. She has served in retreat ministry and taught in parish and summer catechetical programs, in Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, and in middle and high school classrooms. Sister is excited to serve the students in both their spiritual and professional formation.
Ph.D., The Catholic University of America
M.A., The Catholic University of America
M.S., The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
B.A., University of Dallas
