English majors think critically, a skill valued by employers in all fields. You'll be able to analyze materials and situations and then communicate your findings effectively, either verbally or in writing. English majors are interconnected with programs in Communications, Creative Writing, and the Fine Arts. With courses in such programs they learn and refine very specific skills, gain practical experience, and enhance their understanding of the applicability of their language and critical thinking skills in the "real" world beyond academics. Our curriculum is set up to allow minor programs and concentrations that can be added to any course of study. Students complete a capstone thesis that reflects their areas of interest. Further, English majors appreciate the art of creative expression, inspiring their own creativity in the written word, visual art, theater, and film. An English degree from Wheeling Jesuit University offers you a challenging, enjoyable university experience as well as a stepping stone to a fulfilling, exciting future.
As a major or minor in our department you can look forward to:
According to a study published in the Wall Street Journal, over the course of their careers, liberal arts majors in fields such as English out-earn their college classmates who trained for a specific profession. ( Source: "This College Professor Has a Message for Liberal Arts Majors" by Hunter Baker)
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