Majoring in English

The English major will provide you with highly marketable skills in critical thinking, writing, verbal communication, and research. Take a look at any list of job ads, and see how often "excellent written and verbal skills" are required. The wide range of texts that you study will help you understand our cultural and historical roots and the need for making humane decisions in a technical age. The English major strengthens your flexibility, an important asset in a world where the job market constantly changes.

As an English major, you will:

• Explore a wide range of human experience and values through literature
• Learn how to gather, analyze, and synthesize information
• Receive substantial practice in the techniques of research and writing
• Work with a diverse faculty and create a program of study to meet your interests and needs
• Develop skills and talents that are important in securing a satisfying job
• Increase your flexibility to prepare for a variety of employment challenges

The English major will provide you with many exciting career paths to choose from. It is up to you to choose which path to follow!