English Department
English students at Whitworth occupy a vibrant intellectual and creative space in a department that maintains a creative tension between tradition and innovation. Our curriculum reflects current research in the field and incorporates the study of canonical standards as well as multicultural, ethnic, and world literatures. The department also maintains ties with the gender-studies and study-abroad programs. Through both classroom interaction and mentoring relationships, English faculty encourage students to pursue lives of spiritual commitment and resolution to act as stewards of God's creation while promoting civil and personal justice.