Bachelor of Arts in English

University of Akron

The Bachelor of Arts in English program offers students a dynamic foundation in literature, language, rhetoric, and creative writing. Through engaging coursework and close faculty mentorship, students sharpen their critical thinking, writing, and cultural literacy. Our graduates go on to thrive in a variety of careers from law and journalism to publishing and technical writing-carrying with them a deep appreciation for the power of language and storytelling. Our course of study of literature, language, rhetoric, and creative writing fosters the development of critical thinking, skilled communication, appreciation of cultural contexts, informed citizenship, and knowledge of the various literary texts representing human thought and inquiry through the centuries. Students majoring in English studies go on to become successful professionals in their chosen fields. Graduates have taken the department’s reputation into the world outside the campus gates and hold careers ranging from positions in successful law practices, to jobs as published authors, technical writers, and journalists.

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