English
Program Information
Sample courses in this program include:
- EN 185 – Contemporary Writing
- EN 203 – Intro to Professional Writing
- EN 218 – Intro to Creative Writing – Poetry
- EN 287 – Literary Theory, Culture, and Criticism
- EN 290 – Research Seminar
See English Creative Writing Concentration curriculum information
See English, Literary Theory, Culture, and Criticism Concentration curriculum information
See English, Literature Concentration curriculum information
See English, Professional Writing Concentration curriculum information
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Literary Theory, Culture, and Criticism
- Public and Professional Writing
The English major can be completed in a total of three years. More information can be found here.
The Butler Advantage
These outcomes reflect the comprehensive and diverse nature of the Butler English major, highlighting the opportunities for creative expression, scholarly exploration, and professional development within the field of literature and writing.
Students will experience one-to-one contact and small classes characteristic of a smaller university, fostering an environment conducive to individualized mentorship and personalized learning experiences.
Through participation in writing workshops, discussions, and public readings facilitated by the Efroymson Center for Creative Writing, students will refine their writing skills, cultivating creativity and honing their craft.
Students will engage with influential figures in contemporary literature through the Delbrook Visiting Writers Series, gaining insights into diverse literary perspectives and practices.
Students will gain practical experience in book publishing by editing and submitting original work to Manuscripts, the award-winning undergraduate literary magazine, understanding the intricacies of the publication process.
Graduates will emerge with refined writing abilities, critical thinking skills, and a deeper understanding of literature, preparing them for careers in diverse fields that value communication, creativity, and critical analysis.
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