English Majors
In the English program, students explore the immense variety of literary and media texts created within historical traditions and cultures, with special attention to works originally written in the English language. Through the study of diverse literary and cultural traditions within the United States and around the world, students become aware of the human issues, values, and aspirations and prepare for life-long learning and community citizenship. English programs provide skills for a wide range of careers: interpersonal communication, analysis and synthesis.
Majors:
English, B.A.
English, B.A.-teaching
TESOL Plan of Study (typical courses for this major)
TESOL: Teaching
Minors:
English: Literary Studies
English: Film Studies
English: Teaching
Writing: Creative Writing
Writing: Professional Writing
TESOL
TESOL: Teaching
Certificate Programs:
Post-Colonial and Multicultural Literary Studies
(Click major/minor/certificate title to see typical courses for the program)
Complementary Minors
An English major may be accompanied by any minor depending on the individual's interests and goals.
Possibilities include:
History and Humanities
Women's Studies
Modern Languages
Philosophy and Religion
Music, Art, and Theatre
Communication Studies & Journalism
Political Science & Business
These vocations range from secondary and post-secondary teaching and careers in writing, technical writing, public
information, editing and publishing to professional positions in
such areas as the arts, law, business, banking, and insurance,
computer technology and software, library services, and local,
state and national government service.
Professional Organizations
Society for Technical Communication
Examples of postitions held by recent graduates
Middle school teacher High school teacher School guidance counselor College/university teacher College student services director School librarian/media specialist Public library director Free-lance writer Technical writer Newspaper reporter, feature writer Newspaper sports editor Magazine writer, editor |
Production editor, publishing company Publications director, university public relations Director, academic skills center Technical training instructor Lawyer Psychotherapist Insurance agent Sales associate Marketing analyst, manager Manager, computer software development Civil engineer Pastor |
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Highly productive and student-centered faculty
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Distinguished visiting writers and scholars teach occasional courses
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Broad range of literature courses, traditional to contemporary
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Courses in multicultural literature, women's studies, and film and media studies
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Minor programs in creative writing and professional writing
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Small classes emphasizing discussion and student participation
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Home of the North American Review, Prolepsis, and Inner Weather
Lang Hall
Many English classes take place in Lang Hall. More Information
Baker Hall
Faculty offices in the English Department are located in Baker Hall. More Information
Publishing opportunities
North American Review
Prolepsis
Inner Weather
Student Organizations
TESOL Club
Sigma Tau Delta, student affiliate of National Council of
Teachers of English
Student exchange programs in the United States and abroad Student teaching placements in the United States and abroad are available.
Special Events
Readings and lectures by nationally recognized writers and
scholars
Occasional location of regional, national and international
conferences on language and literary studies
Margaret Divelbess Scholarship
Mary Wheat Graves Award
Frank and Otelia Kraft Scholarship
Myrtle Telleen Collins Spirit of Life Creative Writing Scholarship
Irene M. Thompson Scholarship
Critical Writing Essay Competition
Erlene Hubley Literary Prize
Selina Terry Poetry Award
James Hearst Award
Dean's Award
Roberta S. Tamres Sci-Fi Award
More information on department scholarships can found at Financial Aid.