BA in English

Majoring in English prepares students to navigate our world of words. Our curriculum allows students to pursue their interests in literature, language, creative writing, technical and professional writing, and rhetoric. Our internship program offers students opportunities to gain professional experience while using the skills they learned and developed through their studies.

The BA program explores written works dating from the roots of the English language to the present. Taking a diverse range of courses taught by award-winning faculty recognized for excellent teaching and research, English majors learn and develop the skills necessary to be:

• Empathetic readers and listeners
• Expressive writers and speakers
• Critical thinkers
• Careful researchers
• Creative problem solvers
• Team-oriented collaborators

Because these qualities are greatly valued by employers, English majors are well-positioned to succeed in today’s fast-paced and highly competitive job market.