Dr. J. Robert Baker, Interim Chair
Department of Language & Literature
College of Liberal Arts
Room 311 Jaynes Hall
Phone: 304.367.4260
E-Mail: jbaker@fairmontstate.edu
OVERVIEW OF ENGLISH PROGRAM
Within the study of English are composition, literature, and creative and technical writing courses. A degree in English Literature (B.A.) opens up an exciting array of professions or graduate and professional studies for students who enjoy the critical study of literature; those who want a career in teaching pursue a major in English Education (B.A. Education); and those who wish to pursue a career in writing can minor in technical writing. Some career options and combinations are shown below.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGLISH MAJORS
Education:
Teaching, grades 5-12, with B.A. in Education
Publishing:
Magazine editing, book editing, or newspaper editing; or add Journalism as second teaching field and work as teacher and advisor for student publications in grades 5-12.
Technical writing:
A lucrative field for writers (minor in technical writing).
Business:
Employers are looking for people with skills in writing and communication
Legal careers:
Lawyer, para-legal (with law school or paralegal training after B.A.): law schools look favorably on English majors.
Public relations or advertising.
Web design (combine English major with graphic arts minor).
Anna's Herbal
by Dr. Sharon Hiltz
