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Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences

Humanities

Digressions Magazine

Digressions is the student-run literary magazine sponsored by the Division of Humanities. Students are encouraged to submit original works of poetry, short fiction, artwork and photography for consideration in the magazine, which is published yearly in the winter semester.

English Major

A Message from the Major Chair

Suzanne Ferris Photo On behalf of the faculty, I am pleased to welcome you to the English major.

The English program will enable you to develop critical thinking, close reading, analytical, and creative writing skills that will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. Beyond the classroom, you’ll have the chance to meet notable authors, participate in a book group, or contribute to Digressions, our undergraduate literary magazine.

Take a look at all the opportunities that await you as an English major at NSU.

Sincerely,

Suzanne Ferriss, Ph.D.
Professor, English Major Chair
Division of Humanities
Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences

The English program, within the college's Division of Humanities, is designed to provide students with a background in British, American, and world literatures, literary criticism and theory, popular culture, and rhetoric and composition.

As English majors, students will be able to select from a range of courses, from Caribbean Literature to Shakespeare—and more. Some of the unique English courses that have been offered in the include: Literature and Medicine, Detective Fiction, and King Arthur.

The English major is offered during the day and evening on NSU’s main campus.

Why Study English?

  • English majors immerse in different times and worlds by experiencing literature, film, and popular culture from America, Britain, and across the globe.
  • Students stretch imagination and challenge the mind to become more responsive and more critical.
  • Majors become active, sophisticated, and resourceful readers, regardless of eventual career goals.

Thinking Ahead

Many career possibilities exist for English majors because an English degree is valuable preparation for any field in which precise understanding of ideas and effective communication are important. In contrast to training for some careers tied to current trends, an English major never goes out of style. There will always be a need for individuals who can write well and who can understand the conventions and complexities of the English language.

Some fields in which English majors find jobs include:

  • advertising
  • publishing
  • public relations
  • technical writing
  • non-profit organizations
  • government agencies
  • Web site production
  • education
  • law

The successful English graduate can confidently pursue graduate school or seek certification to become a secondary school teacher, a process supported by NSU's education department and Broward County's alternative certification program.

Dual Admission Option

Please refer to Dual Admission Web site for additional information.