The Department of English offers undergraduates the chance to explore a wide array of literary workspoetry, drama, fiction, and non-fictionfrom the traditions of British, American, and Anglophone literature. We also have a variety of offerings in creative writing, film and media, journalism, rhetoric, and theater. No matter what your interests, well help you find the independent research or internship opportunity that's right for you.
Students in our courses:
Explore works of poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction from all the traditions of British and American literature
Study films and works in other media
Develop their talents as creative writers and as performers in theater
Pursue the study of journalism, rhetoric, and debate
All of our classes encourage exploratory thinking and critical conversation, always aiming to increase students' knowledge, skills in critical analysis, and strengths as readers and as writers.
The English department, in conjunction with the University's International Theatre Program, offers a special major intended to provide institutional support and recognition to students who want to invest a significant part of their undergraduate careers in theatre and theatre related courses, and to furnish such students with credentials reflecting their work in theatre.
Careers
The skills we develop in English classes, including the ability to write and think critically and the capacity for creative expression in different media, provide crucial tools for work and life. Our majors pursue a variety of career paths: Graduate work in the humanities, social or natural sciences, Teaching, Journalism, Publishing, Public relations, Law, Business, Non-profits, government.