Introduction
English majors learn to read carefully, think critically, and communicate effectively, verbally as well as in writing and new media. These skills have always been valued in a wide range of professions, and as our economy becomes increasingly centered on the communication of information their value will only increase.
But don't take our word for it. According to the occupational projections developed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the "information supersector is expected to increase...dramatically." This sector of the economy includes some of the "fast-growing computer-related industries such as software publishers; Internet publishing and broadcasting" as well as more traditional industries, such as "telecommunications, broadcasting, and newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishers" (BLS, "Tomorrow's Jobs").
On these pages, the Department of English has assembled some useful information for English majors and those considering becoming English majors. You can read general information on the department by clicking on the links to the right and you can also learn about some possible career paths by using the links to the left.