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Humanities Department

Throughout history, people have expressed themselves through art, literature, language, and drama.

Overview

Our Humanities Department celebrates these forms of expression and seeks to better understand them and the way they influence the human experience.

A depth of course content and vocational opportunities highlight the comprehensive nature of pursuing a degree in humanities. Seasoned professors with real-world experience provide guidance and mentorship as you pursue a foundation for career success.

A focused and thoughtful approach with a Christian worldview in all course content highlights the importance of integrating your faith and your calling.

Humanities Department Program List

Points of Interest

Informational Video

Faculty

Department Chair

LaDonna Friesen, M.A.

Department Chair, Associate Professor of English

Office Location: Trask Academic Building, Humanities Department

Full-time Faculty

Brenda Adcock, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Spanish

Office Location: Trask Academic Building, 312R

Shelley Block, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of English/Composition Coordinator

Dara Brannan, M.S.

Assistant Professor of English; The Write Place Director

Office Location: Trask Academic Building, 202

Office Location: Room 201C X 7281

Luke Gibbs, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of English

Office Location: Trask Academic Building, 312K

Lori Lawley

Instructor of Theatre

Office Location: Humanities Department

Blake Petersen

Assistant Professor of English & Director of the TESOL Program

Mitch Yung

Assistant Professor of Art

Adjunct Faculty

Brian De Clue

Adjunct Faculty, Photography

Janelle Hartman

Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language

Austin Twigg

Adjunct Professor, Photography

Brooke Williamson

Adjunct Faculty, Choreographer

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