Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a major in English

(a minimum 120 credit hours) Requirements are subject to change.

Students selecting this major also major in Education and seek licensure as an elementary teacher.  The English major is designed to increase students’ abilities in oral and written expression, to develop their proficiency in reading and analyzing literature, and to stimulate their appreciation, awareness, and understanding of the fundamental human problems and situations revealed in great literature. It also seeks to further develop their skills and techniques in the communicative arts. English majors select from one of three concentrations: American literature, British literature, or generalist. English majors, in consultation with their academic advisors, will be expected to work on campus publications and/or contribute writing to these publications. Effective for students entering in Fall 2002, English majors must successfully complete the department’s writing portfolio requirement.

For more information about the English major, contact Dr. Margaret Lloyd, chairperson of the Humanities Department, at (413) 748-3217 or the Admissions Office at (800) 343-1257.

Download an English / Education / Elementary Teacher Licensure Program Checksheet