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ENGLISH STUDIES CAN BUILD A MEANINGFUL LIFE & CAREER

Do you enjoy reading and writing? Whether you want to be a business-savvy tech writer, a passionately creative novelist, dedicated teacher, or a social media expert, ÁÔÓ¥ÌåÓýÖ±²¥â€™s English department will equip you with skills in research and writing that employers value. Students will learn to think broadly, deeply, creatively, and analytically, and find a meaningful career in anything from social media management and public relations to editing, publishing and journalism.

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Our programs are ideally suited to those who aspire to:

  • Explore reading and writing in creative and innovative ways
  • Develop cultural awareness while cultivating your own personal values and ethics
  • Build a professional foundation with excellent information and communication skills valuable for any career
  • Explore stories of all kinds in different media in their historical, cultural, and political contexts
  • Work both independently and as part of a team to solve complex problems and create noteworthy content
  • Learn how to use language to make positive change in the world

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Unique Student Experiences & Opportunities

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Internships

Put your skills and talents into real-world action and learn how employers value what English majors have to offer.

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Student Orgs & Activities

From student publications to open mic nights to the Quill and the Scroll, our student organization, there are so many ways to get involved in our student community.

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Scholarships & Awards

We feature a variety of scholarships and awards to help support your success in English at ÁÔÓ¥ÌåÓýÖ±²¥.

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STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Charlotte (Charly) Kalfas

Charlotte (Charly) Kalfas

"Chase your passions! There are tons of opportunities to do all sorts of things all around the university to do research, write, and ...

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Mackenzie Manley

Mackenzie Manley

“"You are more than your job, career and major. Most of us are still trying to figure ourselves out post-graduation. It’s important to find …

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Brittany Smart

Brittany Smart

"Don’t give up! Everything seems overwhelming at first, because you are learning a new language (the language of graduate-level academic theory and research) …

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Shelly Deavy

Shelly Deavy

"Being an English major and learning from great faculty helps you think about the power of language. In the work that I do …

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