English
Why Study English
Consider the value of an English major. It means more than just attending classes and completing assignments; it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in a thriving intellectual community that cherishes the power of language and storytelling. It opens doors to stimulating discussions, collaborative projects, mentorship from accomplished faculty members, and professional experience through a practicum or internship.
You can help design and produce our Manastash literary journal, hone your creative writing through our Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series, present your academic work at the annual campus research symposium, or prepare for teaching in your own classroom. In doing so, you'll not only sharpen your career-ready skills in analysis, creativity, and communication, but also build meaningful relationships with your peers and professors.
It's your story, and it's waiting to be written.
With the skills gained from an English degree you can create your own life story...
Read what recent graduates have to say about the skills they gained as an English major and where an English degree can take you.
English majors from CWU find career opportunities open to them in many different professions, including law, medicine, university and K12 education, government, finance, and technology:
An English degree provides you with foundational human-centered skills most in demand by employers, including communication, creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and analytical reasoning:
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Department of English
400 E University Way
CWU SAMU 201
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7558