English is the study of the English language in its many forms, including its literatures, technologies, and cultural functions. Study in English involves applied skills in reading, critical thinking, and various kinds of writing-creative, professional, and analytical-in a range of contexts, including print and electronic media. Experience courses that emphasize small group discussion and provide opportunities to work closely with award-winning faculty. Enjoy the flexibility of focusing on particular areas of interest or pursuing second majors in other departments. The English department prepares students for work after graduation through internship opportunities and certificate programs in professional writing, professional science and technology writing, and editing and publishing. Develop high-level skills in critical thinking, analysis, research, and writing, which are all vital to academic success and effective leadership careers. The English department operates the state-of-the-art Avery Microcomputer Lab, equipped with Macs for undergraduate writing classes.<br><br>To teach English in middle school or high school, students must complete a bachelor's degree in that subject. In addition to the classes for the declared major in English, students must complete the core professional education course work with the College of Education to earn teacher certification in that subject. The English major offers a specialization option teaching that coordinates with the teacher certification requirements.