Division of Humanities
Overview
The Division of Humanities is rooted firmly in a strong Christian and liberal arts tradition committed to the discovery of truth in the world in which we live. Studies in language, history, the creative arts, and human culture will prepare students for a more abundant life through vocational fulfillment and Christian service.
The Division of Humanities has designed academic programs to serve a variety of students and their career goals.
Unlock Your Potential at Brewton-Parker College
- Develop critical and creative thinking skills
- Demonstrate integrity and respect for self and others
- Write, read, and speak effectively
- Develop an understanding of the history of civilizations and of the forces shaping contemporary society
- Develop an understanding and appreciation of human artistic expression
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English
Overview
By earning your Bachelor of Arts in English at BPC, you will lay the foundation for a versatile career. As you study great works of literature, you will simultaneously cultivate writing and critical thinking skills as you develop a unique sensitivity to other peoples and cultures. These skills will further develop your creativity, which, coupled with a proficiency in communication and writing, will set you apart from the crowd as you apply for jobs in a wide variety of disciplines.
Filtered through our commitment to a biblically-centered curriculum, your studies will maintain respect for the unique voices of others as you examine the realities of a fallen world and pursue Christian principles of redemption and reconciliation. With a minor in creative writing, you can further expand your creativity as you examine the social, philosophical, and moral themes that have shaped today’s society.
By the time you complete your Bachelor of Art in English, you will be able to:
- Develop mastery of the English language in all respects: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
- Read critically and with discernment, locating works of literature geographically, chronologically, and by genre. They will identify broader movements and traditions within British, American, and global literatures in English while maintaining respect for the unique voices of individual writers.
- Apply the liberal arts, literary theory, and philosophy of literature to read literature in light of other disciplines, recognizing both the value and limitations of these varied approaches.
- Locate language and literature within the Great Tradition, examining literature in light of its antecedents in the Bible and in classical literature and philosophy. Students will demonstrate a particular sensitivity for the moral value of literature, in documenting the realities of a fallen world, and in offering aspirations toward redemption and reconciliation.
History
Overview
Become an active historian and scholar as you explore the historical events that have shaped our world. Through our Bachelor of Arts in History Program, you will be challenged to think critically, analyze deeply, and communicate thoroughly. These challenges will prepare you for a wide variety of careers.
While you can certainly earn this degree at any state or public institution, by selecting BPC, you are selecting a program that is rooted firmly in a biblical worldview. Our professors recognize their role in the classroom as a sacred charge. They dedicate themselves to helping you find your full potential as you seek God’s purpose for your life. Whether you’re studying the broad strokes of world civilization or preparing your senior research paper, our experienced professors will guide you through each step.
By the time you earn your Bachelor of Arts in History, you will be able to:
- Critically analyze ways in which past civilizations rose and fell and the impact thereof on the people of those societies.
- Critically analyze ways in which past events have shaped modern politics and culture.
- Write and speak in a scholarly and professional manner.
- Students will be able to construct research papers/articles using various historical methodologies and research styles.
