Power for beauty, for change, for hope. Power to help us remember, grow, connect, enliven. The English major provides a broad background in literature, an understanding of the language and skill in its use. It prepares students for writing and editorial work; for teaching careers; for professional schools of law, business, theology and library science; and for any endeavor in which facility in the use of language is essential. The major offers flexibility and can easily be added to another major.

This program will be a good fit for students who: • Enjoy studying literature, literary criticism and language studies. • Are a strong reader and writer. • Are interested in history and culture, especially as they relate to the study of narrative. • Are eager for an intellectual challenge—both creatively and technically. • Are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and work well independently.