Humanities

The English program is designed to graduate students with strong critical thinking and communication skills achieved through the knowledge of the various literary genres, and the relating of the literary texts written by major authors to global, social, cultural and historical contexts in which they were produced using theoretical perspectives. Minor in English. A minor in English consists of 18 semester hours of English.

The Theatre Program at Miles is structured to provide a challenging arts program. The theatre curriculum fosters creative, critical, and collaborative thinking through participation in all aspects of production and appreciation of theatre history and literature. The Bachelors of Arts in Theatre provides a broad based curriculum that encourages student discovery, creativity, and scholarship. Through the study of acting, directing, design, theatre history, dramatic literature, and involvement in college productions, the student will develop the skills necessary for a career in the Theatre Arts.

The mission of the Miles College Music Program is: 1) to reflect the college‘s unique philosophical, ethical and spiritual goals through supportive music teaching and learning environments. 2) to provide continuous opportunities for intellectual stimulation and creative growth in areas in which the structure of music is considered within historical and stylistic frameworks, 3) to recognize the intellectual pursuits and achievements of music students, and faculty and further the development of intellectual stimulation and creative growth, 4) to enable practice and demonstrations of the highest professional standards through small classes and hands on learning experiences and 5) to expand the social dimensions of the music program in ways that benefit community service, cultural enrichment, and educational outreach.

The mission of the Miles College Music Program is: 1) to reflect the college‘s unique philosophical, ethical and spiritual goals through supportive music teaching and learning environments. 2) to provide continuous opportunities for intellectual stimulation and creative growth in areas in which the structure of music is considered within historical and stylistic frameworks, 3) to recognize the intellectual pursuits and achievements of music students, and faculty and further the development of intellectual stimulation and creative growth, 4) to enable practice and demonstrations of the highest professional standards through small classes and hands on learning experiences and 5) to expand the social dimensions of the music program in ways that benefit community service, cultural enrichment, and educational outreach.