Mission Statement:
"The Developmental English Department assists students in acquiring the necessary writing skills to pass TASP and to continue on to college-level study. Furthermore, the department creates an environment conducive to learning by providing academic, personal, and professional support to the students, staff, and faculty of South Texas Community College, as well as to the greater community. The Developmental English Department accomplishes its mission of assisting students in achieving both academic and personal goals by offering three levels of Developmental English courses, lab training, computer-assisted instruction, and English tutoring. The Developmental English Department responds dynamically to a diverse student body and community and also advocates equal educational opportunities."