The primary focus of an English major is the study
and appreciation of literature. A traditional liberal
arts major, English has always offered its students
opportunities for self-knowledge and growth as they
explore the ideas of great writers of the past and
the present. However, the English major is also a practical
choice. Because English choices encourage critical
thinking, clear writing, and effective communication,
students electing this major often choose careers in
teaching, law, management, journalism, library science,
government service, and other fields. The English program
also offers students the opportunity to prepare for
graduate study.
Skills
- General knowledge across many disciplines
- Strong abilities in writing, speaking, and reading
- Good grammar, spelling, and vocabulary
- Ability to research and explain findings
- Good reading comprehension and analysis
- Ability to concentrate over long duration
- Strong listening skills
- Work well under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
Values
- Enjoyment of communicating through writing and/or
speaking
- Intellectual growth
- Creativity
- Independence
- Diplomacy
- Imagination
Leisure
Activities
- Participation in local or regional theater
- Writing
- Tutoring others in writing
- Participating yearbook or newspaper development
- Reading essays, plays, novels, short stories,
and/or poetry
- Debating
- Visiting libraries and bookstores
- Attending plays, movies, or literary readings
Strategies
- Enroll in a wide variety of classes
- Write for campus publications
- Join a debating team
- Work in library or bookstore
- Obtain a job typing for writer
- Enhance computer skills
- Work for a publisher (internship or summer employment)
- Enhance knowledge of media
- Consider completing a business minor
(if interested in advertising, business, public relations, or publishing)
Updated:
April 17, 2008
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