英语,B.A. (optional 7-12 Certification)

With small class sizes, you have the ability to collaborate with your advisor to create a hybrid major/minor in English and to explore the possibilities of an internship.

To gain practical experience, English majors can serve on the staff of the student newspaper, the Immaculatan or submit works to the literary magazine, 朝圣. Several national honor societies are also available for English majors including Sigma Tau Delta, an international collegiate honor society for students of English (IU’s chapter: Alpha Phi Sigma) and Alpha Psi Omega, a national honorary dramatic fraternity (IU’s chapter: Iota Nu Chapter).

One of the most popular aspects of the English program is the study abroad opportunities in conjunction with British and Irish literature courses. You may choose to participate in a program at various institutions in England, 爱尔兰, 苏格兰, 和更多的.

You may choose one of three tracks in the English major:

• 英语- - - - - -a foundational major that prepares students for many fields that require critical thinking and writing proficiency, or for graduate or law school.
• English with Secondary Education—leads to certification and provides practical experience in middle and high schools. You will need to complete classroom observation and student teaching requirements and fulfill the requirements for teacher certification.
• Professional Writing—This new track will help you develop into an articulate, reflective writing professional with the problem-solving skills to understand and keep pace with cultural and technological change.

An English major offers a solid foundation for many careers that rely on logical thought, 清晰的沟通, and a breadth of knowledge. The versatile skills you will develop are applicable to numerous fields, 包括法律, 业务, 出版, 市场营销, 政府, 媒体, 教育, development and the arts. Our alumni have been hired as editorial managers, communications directors, 英语教授, 律师, digital marketers 和更多的.