Faculty: Bakken, Caballero, Ferrence, Hart, Holmes, J. Miller, Votava

The English Major–Emphasis in Literature is a program in the Languages, Literature, and Culture Area of Study. English majors may not minor in Writing.

English Major–Emphasis in Literature Learning Outcomes 

Students who successfully complete an English Major–Emphasis in Literature will:

1. Analyze how language and literature function in the construction of our world.
2. Communicate critically and creatively across difference, including different cultures, identities, and histories.
3. Read and write critically and creatively, demonstrating an understanding of forms, genres, conventions, and audiences.
4. Write and revise with an understanding of process, including an ability to give and receive feedback.
5. Locate, incorporate, and synthesize relevant kinds of research into their work.

The English Major–Emphasis in Literature

The English Major–Emphasis in Literature, consisting of 44 credits, leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree. At graduation, English majors are required to have a GPA of at least 2.0 in the major. The calculation is based on all English courses taken at Allegheny on a letter-grade basis. Only the most recent grade is considered for courses that have been repeated. At least 10 courses, including the Junior Seminar and Senior Project, must be taken on the letter-grade basis; additional courses may be taken Credit/No Credit, though the department recommends that the number of such courses be kept to a minimum.  A maximum of 8 transfer credits may be counted toward the major; exceptions must be approved by the department chair.