English: Literature
The rapid growth of digital platforms has only heightened the importance of strong writing and clear communication. Language shapes how we connect, create, and share ideas across every medium. Studying English Literature equips you with the critical thinking and expressive skills needed to thrive in this ever-evolving landscape.
Earn a Bachelor of Arts in English: Literature or Minor in English
Advertisements, articles, biographies, blogs, books, commercials, essays, news, podcasts, publications, and social media present a rich content-driven world in need of being understood and conveyed clearly to any audience. Our English majors are equipped with competencies to serve across industries: creative, critical, and visual thinking; a knack to analyze complex ideas, and to convey thoughts persuasively.
Program Information:
- 42 Credit Hours
Minor | English
- 24 Credit Hours
Minor | Journalism
- 24 Credit Hours
Location
- North Manchester
Why Choose MU for English Literature?
The Oak Leaves
Spectrum
Internship Opportunities
The Writing Center
What You Can Do with Your English: Literature Degree
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About the English: Literature Program
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Spectrum Magazine
Spectrum is Manchester University’s literary arts magazine, providing students, faculty and staff with an opportunity for artistic expression through poetry, essays, short stories, artwork, and photography. Published every spring, the magazine contributes to the University’s marketplace of ideas and provides an artistic journal. To contribute your work to Spectrum, please e-mail spectrum@manchester.edu.
Manchester University’s campus newspaper The Oak Leaves is published weekly, except for semester breaks during the academic year. Established in 1913, the paper serves as a forum for community commentary and opinion, and as a vehicle for news that relates to the Manchester campus.
The Oak Leaves is edited by current Manchester students, who are appointed by the faculty advisor. Unpaid staff writers are often members of journalism or editing classes, but any student is welcome to work for the paper as an extra-curricular activity. Students interested in writing, copy editing, photography, advertising, business and newspaper design are encouraged to get involved. Any full-time student may apply for an editorial or managerial position. For more information, email oakleaves@manchester.edu.
Meet the Faculty
Dr Stacy Erickson-Pesetski
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor of English
Dr Katharine Ings
Professor of English and Director of the Gender Studies Program
Dr Beate Gilliar
Professor of English and Dept Chair of English and Modern Languages
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Successful Graduates
Chloe Leckrone ’22
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English: Literature Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Students will analyze literary texts from a diverse selection of periods, genres, and cultures, integrating both secondary research and literary theory.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Identify and Analyze Diverse Literary Texts with Scholarly Depth: Students will analyze literary texts from diverse periods, genres, and cultures, integrating secondary research and applying relevant literary theories to explore and interpret texts critically.
- Synthesize Secondary Research and Literary Theory: Students will synthesize secondary research by demonstrating their ability to evaluate, interpret, and incorporate scholarly sources responsibly.
2. Students will practice writing conventions of a variety of forms, including journalism, creative writing, and professional writing.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students Adapt Writing Style to Different Audiences and Purposes: Students apply writing across various forms and adapt their writing style to different discourse conventions, producing clear, coherent, and engaging texts tailored to specific communicative goals.
- Critically Evaluate and Revise Written Work: Students will evaluate and revise by engaging in peer feedback, demonstrating proficiency in identifying areas of improvement for deep revision to enhance clarity, coherence, and effectiveness.
3. Students will demonstrate appropriate citation style.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students demonstrate proficiency in applying both MLA style for academic writing and AP style for journalistic writing, effectively incorporating signal phrases, in-text citations, quotes, and appropriate source attributions to their Works Cited lists.
Non-Discrimination in the Admission Process
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