English
Stetson faculty will prepare you to write analytically, persuasively and creatively. Our student-centered classes feature individual instruction, ensuring personalized attention. By completing your degree, you'll engage in intellectual debates over canonical works, newly appreciated texts, language, writing and literary theories that energize our discipline—all in lively, supportive settings.
Why English at Stetson University?
As a Stetson English major, you'll learn to read, write and think critically. You'll start with courses on literary and rhetorical forms, history and specialized writing. Advanced courses in literary criticism, theory, literature and writing deepen your understanding. You'll benefit from workshops with individualized attention and work closely with faculty mentors in class and through research. You can also combine your English major with a second major or minor to broaden your academic experience.
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“I am [a] first-generation student…and an English and Religious Studies double major…I loved being an English major at Stetson due to the constant ability to grow as a writer…I believe these skills consistently help me move forward.”
Rachaell Diaz, ‘20 English, PhD student at UF
“The Stetson English Department challenged me to think critically about everything…My degree has taught me how to look at the world through different lenses…My favorite part about being an English major was the close-knit community of students and faculty.”
John Thompson '20 English, Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health
Career Outcomes
A Stetson English degree empowers you to pursue a career in a field that is meaningful to you. Our alumni include lawyers, industry consultants, magazine and news editors, writers, public relations executives, technical writers, book editors, filmmakers, novelists, poets, essayists, nonprofit managers, teachers, professors and even a forensic accountant.
Check out our alumni profiles page, which showcases the careers of recent Stetson English graduates!
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Nancy Barber, MFA, University of Florida
- Michael Barnes, PhD, University of South Carolina
- Brendan Bowles, MFA, University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Chesya Burke, PhD, University of Florida
- Joel Davis, PhD, University of Oregon
- Nicole Denner, PhD, Northwestern University
- Leigh Ann Dunning, PhD, MFA, University of Memphis
- Chris Jimenez, PhD, University of Pennsylvania
- Hannah Markley, PhD, English literature, Emory University
- Megan O'Neill, PhD, University of New Mexico
- Michele Randall, MFA, New England College
- Lori Snook, PhD, University of Arizona
- Terri Witek, PhD, Vanderbilt University
- Grady Ballenger, Professor Emeritus
- Thomas J Farrell, University of Michigan, Professor Emeritus
- Mary Pollock, University of Texas, Professor Emerita
Students must complete the General Education Requirements of the College of Arts & Sciences, along with the Major Requirements. Students often pair their love of reading and writing with a second major.
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