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School of Arts and Sciences
Department of Humanities and Social Science
Bachelor of Arts in English
Study language, literature, and expression while building the analytical and communication skills that open doors for careers in publishing, media law, counseling, healthcare, business, ministry, academics, and beyond.
Read deeply. Write powerfully. Lead thoughtfully.
The Bachelor of Arts in English at Concordia University Wisconsin prepares students to understand human stories, interpret complex ideas, and communicate with clarity and conviction.
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English is not a narrow major. It is a strategic foundation for law, counseling, healthcare, business, public service, graduate study, and more. Through scholarship, reading, research, writing, and discussion, students develop the intellectual agility and persuasive skillset employers consistently rank among the most valuable in today’s economy.
In CUW’s English program, you’ll explore how words shape cultures, influence relationships, and move the world. Whether you’re diving into great literature or crafting writing that resonates across contexts, you’ll grow as a thinker, communicator, and creator. You’ll choose one of two concentrations:
Literature Concentration
Study the forms, functions, and cultural impact of literature across time and genre. Students explore how texts influence society and how social contexts shape interpretation. Strong preparation for:
- Law school
- Graduate humanities programs
- Library & information science
- Counseling and social work
- Cultural institutions
Writing Concentration
Develop advanced skills in creative, professional, and rhetorical writing. Learn how to craft compelling narratives and persuasive messages for diverse audiences. Strong preparation for:
- Publishing
- Marketing and communications
- Politics and public service
- Technical writing
- Media and content strategy
What to Expect
Language shapes culture. Stories shape identity. Ideas shape the future.
No matter which path you choose, you’ll join a supportive community of readers, writers, and professors who challenge you to think deeply, examine texts through a Christian perspective, and apply what you learn in meaningful ways.
As an English major at CUW, you will:
- Grow in confidence in your Christian faith
- Master textual interpretation and critical analysis
- Evaluate competing arguments and perspectives
- Understand social, historical, and cultural context
- Develop persuasive and professional writing skills
- Practice research-based reasoning
- Build empathy through exposure to diverse voices
- Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively
You’ll develop confidence in your ideas, creativity in problem-solving, and resilience that will serve you in any career or calling.
These transferable skills prepare you to lead in any field that values thinking and communication. Explore academic and professional pathways of English majors.
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