Nashville State Community College
General Information
Contact the English, Humanities & Arts Division:
Valerie Belew, Dean, K205G, 353-3342
Susan Tucker, Secretary III, CPS, K205, 353-3531
Susan Smith, Secretary II, K108, 353-3599
Our Mission
In addition to supporting the mission of the college as a whole, the mission of our division is to inspire students to be creative, critical thinkers who communicate effectively and who value lifelong intellectual and aesthetic growth so that they can pursue happiness.
The English, Humanities, and Arts division offers courses in developmental studies (college-prep), composition, technical writing, speech communications, literature, art, studio art, philosophy, and music. General education courses fulfill requirements for both the associate’s degree and university parallel studies.
Our learning objectives focus on critical thinking, appreciation of other cultures, the ability to synthesize information, execution of competent research skills, understanding the significance of the humanities, moral reasoning, objective interpretation, effective communication skills, and contextual interpretation. Students planning to transfer should consult with the transfer institution to ensure a smooth transition between colleges.
English/Communications
English courses are offered in composition, professional writing, and literature. Students learn about organizational patterns, literary development, and modes of thought while gaining practical experience in writing and speaking. Courses in Speech Communications help students enhance and refine verbal and interpersonal skills. Areas of Emphasis leading to the A.A. and A.S. degrees are offered in English and Speech Communications for transfer to universities.
Humanities/Arts
Humanities courses include the disciplines of philosophy, art appreciation, music, and literature. Such courses help students examine different ways of interpreting the human experience both as a collective and as individuals. By analyzing values, culture, tradition, creativity, and human nature, students are able to better understand their life experiences and how those experiences relate to the human condition. Areas of Emphasis leading to the A.A. and A.S. degrees are offered in philosophy, studio art, and music.
NOTE: Students cannot enroll in degree-level English, humanities, or art courses until any required remedial/developmental English and/or reading coursework has been completed. Check the catalog for requirements and prerequisites.
“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting
of a fire."
--William Butler Yeats
"We must not believe the many, who say that only free people ought to be educated, but we should rather believe the philosophers who say that only the educated are free."
-- Epictetus (Roman philosopher and former slave), Discourses
College-preparatory Courses
Remedial and developmental courses are offered in writing, reading, and learning strategies. Entrance requirements and/or testing determine placement. Challenge tests in each area are administered only at the scheduled times published in the Schedule of Courses each semester.
General Education Core Courses
Areas of Emphasis for the A.A. & A.S. Degrees
Studio Art
Music
English
Communication Studies
Philosophy
Honors Program
Debate Club
Tetrahedra Literary Journal
EHA Faculty & Staff Directory
Study Grant Project
Note: All Course Requirements and Descriptions are located in the catalog.
Check the current Class Schedule for course availability.