Where language meets literature: the need for balanced training

The author argues that there is a significant disconnect between language proficiency and the study of literature in higher education. They propose establishing language centers to help students bridge the gap between analytical reading and academic writing.
O ften, when I am introduced as a professor of English, the immediate response is “Oh, I need to be careful when I speak to you in English.” Such comments point to a widespread confusion between language proficiency and the study of literature. This is a misconception that needs clarification.
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