The English Department is dedicated to teaching literature, criticism, and writing, and to mentoring students, in an atmosphere that fosters both cooperation and independence.  We pursue this mission as teachers, advisors, scholars and writers, and colleagues.

The aim of our teaching is to develop men and women who read with comprehension, insight, and appreciation; write with competence, grace, and authority; speak with clarity and confidence; and understand literature and literary history. 

Our teaching advances the goals of a liberal-arts education and the mission of the College to graduate "effective lifelong learners and responsible citizens."  We support this mission by the subjects and skills we teach and the ways we situate those subjects and skills within interdisciplinary programs and larger contexts.

Professor Troost: ltroost@RemoveThisPart.washjeff.edu; 724-503-1001, Ext. 6144; Davis Rm. 26