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, 51±¬ÁÏÏÂÔØ’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.
Put your skills and talents into real-world action and learn how employers value what English majors have to offer.
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.
We feature a variety of scholarships and awards to help support your success in English at 51±¬ÁÏÏÂÔØ.
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 ...
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 …
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) …
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 …
