PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Associate in Arts Degree in English/Literature is a program designed to provide students the opportunity to sharpen their critical reading, thinking, and writing skills by taking courses in writing and literature. The degree prepares students for further study at four-year institutions in literary studies, humanities, and secondary/higher education as well as other majors that require a solid foundation in writing and critical thinking skills. This degree fulfills the College’s mission of developing skills in written communication, oral communication, and critical thinking while advancing knowledge in cultural diversity and social responsibility. The semester-by-semester plans described below are general guidance. Students should work closely with their academic advisors to develop a plan that best meets their own individual needs and goals.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES AND CURRICULUM MAP.