Where Worlds Shape Worlds
Love to read, write, and explore new ideas? At Culver-Stockton, the English major invites you to dive into stories, voices, and perspectives that shape our world. You will build a strong foundation in literary analysis, critical interpretation, and creative expression which are all skills that open doors in any field.
Study everything from American and British classics to creative writing and specialized seminars like Multicultural Literature, Gender in Literature, and History of the English Language. Explore the works of master storytellers in our Major Author and Period Study courses. Recent highlights include Stephen King, Toni Morrison, Modernism, and Victorian Gothic.
At C-SC, English isn’t just about reading books. It’s about discovering your voice and learning how words can move people, shape culture, and change the world.
The C-SC Difference
Our faculty bring diverse expertise from Old English epics to contemporary popular culture, and they are passionate about helping you explore the literary topics that spark your curiosity. Whether you are fascinated by Shakespeare or storytelling in modern media, you will find mentors eager to guide your journey.
At Culver-Stockton, you can customize your education to fit your goals. Many students pair their English degree with majors like Psychology, Business, Criminal Justice, or Theatre and Communication, gaining a unique combination of creativity, analysis, and communication skills that stand out to any career path.
Studying English at Culver-Stockton gave me a lot of insight into the development of culture and developed in me an ability to think critically about literature and the world at large. Pursuing this degree allowed me to explore the English and literary traditions, and enhanced the role of critical perspective in any situation. It has also intensified my pleasure in the enjoyment of reading!
– Bailey Williams ’19
What can I do with an English Degree?
From Social Media manager to Law School, English majors have unlimited possibilities.
Beyond the Classroom
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Student Experiences
- Honor Society Sigma Tau Delta
- A range of travel study courses – recent trips have included Spain, Belize/Guatemala, Scotland, London and Ireland.
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Professional Experiences
- Exploratory and Professional Internships
- Harmony, C-SC’s award-winning literary magazine
- Writing for C-SC’s Wildcat Wire
Information About Our Minors
English majors can also minor in creative writing, which includes an introductory course; seminar-style courses in fiction, poetry and playwriting; and work on Harmony, the campus literary magazine.
Non-English majors can minor in English, which provides an opportunity to pursue your interests and specialization in a variety of courses.