English
This dynamic program is designed to ignite your passion for literature and creative writing. With a wide range of courses in both traditional and online formats, you can explore storytelling, analysis, and self-expression at your own pace.
Top Benefits
- Improved Communication Skills – Enhance your ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both in writing and speaking, valuable in all professional and personal settings.
- Critical Thinking Development – Analyze and interpret diverse texts, honing your ability to think critically and solve problems creatively.
- Creative Expression – Explore and develop your creative voice through writing, allowing for personal growth and artistic expression.
- Career Readiness – Build transferable skills in writing, research, and analysis that are highly sought after in a variety of industries, from business to media.
Skills Gained
- Advanced Writing Skills: Develop the ability to write clearly, persuasively, and creatively for various purposes, from essays to professional communications.
- Critical Reading and Analysis: Learn to analyze texts deeply, identifying themes, structures, and nuances to better understand and interpret information.
- Research and Information Synthesis: Master research techniques and learn to effectively gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Effective Communication: Improve both written and verbal communication, ensuring you can express ideas confidently and effectively in diverse settings.
- Creative Problem-Solving: Enhance your ability to think outside the box and approach challenges from different angles, refining your problem-solving skills through engagement with writing and literature.
Degrees
English, Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)
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The Mission Review!
The Mission Review! is a journal dedicated to showcasing the literary, artistic, and creative works of Mission College students. We accept a wide range of submissions, including short stories, poetry, memoirs, essays, social commentary, reviews of books, films, plays, or performances, as well as various forms of visual art such as drawings, paintings, and digital art. When submitting, please include your work, contact details, and a brief third-person biography (100-150 words).
The Mission Review! aims to highlight the diverse creative voices of Mission College students. Our publication is a place where all creators—whether experienced artists or those just beginning their creative journey—can share their work. We celebrate literature, art, community, and diversity, and look forward to showcasing your submissions.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Contact Us
Margaret Juncker
Department Chair
(408) 855-5229
Mary Garcia
Instructor
(408) 855-5403
Javier Huerta
Instructor
(408) 855-5327
Donnelle McGee
Instructor
(408) 855-5042
Erica Morton-Starner
Instructor
(408) 855-5209
Monica Sain
Instructor
(408) 855-5503
Ted Shank
Instructor
(408) 855-5300
Aram Shepherd
Instructor
(408) 855-5338
Sarah Sullivan
Instructor
(408) 855-5050
Christine Tuatoo
Instructor
(408) 855-5234
Andy Varbel
Instructor
(408) 855-5301
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Questions? We’re here to support you!
Visit us in the Student Engagement Center, Office 248P.
