The Department of English at the Arab American University aspires to be a leading center of excellence in literary and linguistic studies, translation, and communication. It is committed to fostering critical and creative thinking, as well as cultural understanding. Advancements in research and practice within these interconnected fields are expected to cultivate a vibrant intellectual community that bridges languages and cultures. Innovative course offerings and interdisciplinary approaches, combined with purposeful engagement, are designed to prepare students to make meaningful contributions to society at both the local and global levels.

The Department of English at the Arab American University is committed to advancing the knowledge and practice of the English language in the complementary fields of literature, linguistics, translation, and communication through structured instruction and impactful self-directed learning.

The department equips students with both theoretical and practical skills to mediate between languages and cultures, and fosters expertise in context-sensitive and effective communication across various media and platforms.

Building on a legacy of academic excellence, we cultivate intellectual curiosity, celebrate cultural diversity, and promote lifelong learning to empower students to thrive in multilingual and multicultural contexts.