English

Why study English?

Those who study English become better writers, editors and critical thinkers who are not only prepared for editorial or academic careers, but also for work in law, business and government — because the curiosity and critical thinking skills of an English major are in high demand for a wide range of careers.

  • Seminars and writing workshops in poetry, fiction, drama and creative nonfiction emphasize small group work, feedback and the writing process.
  • Classroom seminars are creative, whether that means participating in a mock trial of Hamlet, throwing a birthday party for John Milton or examining Civil War artifacts while reading the poetry of Walt Whitman.
  • In-class workshops host guest writers like Tim O’Brien, Brian Turner and Linda Hasselstrom.
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A total of 235 Augustana University students are choosing to make the world their classroom for January Interim (J-Term) 2025. Along with the students, 25 faculty members and five guests are traveling to 14 countries and two states.

Jackson Dircks ‘25 is a journalism, English and secondary education triple major from Freeburg, Illinois. This summer, Dircks is interning with South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) in downtown Sioux Falls. From writing daily stories and scripts to exploring videography and radio show production, this internship is providing him with an up-close look at the ever-evolving world of radio broadcasting.

Augustana University has added a gender, sexuality & women’s studies (GSWS) minor as of Aug. 30. The minor is another offering within the university’s list of interdisciplinary academic programs developed as part of Augustana’s strategic plan Viking Bold: The Journey to 2030.