Undergraduate
Literature Concentration
Literature & Theory
The Literature concentration invites students to engage in the critical study of literature in English produced in a range of historical eras and geographical locations. In addition to poetry, prose, and drama, students will also encounter contemporary and historical texts that challenge their definitions of literature. Students will learn new ways of approaching familiar figures while also gaining exposure to writers and thinkers whose work has not always been recognized.
Students can expect guidance in developing their critical and analytical writing skills and in becoming conversant with theories and methods for analyzing texts.
To find out what classes you take in this concentration, take a look at the Literature Advising Checksheet:
Explore & Engage
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Course Highlights
- E 150: English Studies Symposium
- E 242: Reading Shakespeare
- E 310: Researching and Writing Literary Criticism
- E 340: Literature and Film Studies
- E 438: Native American Literature
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Get Involved
Interested in literary publishing?
Apply for an internship at our undergraduate literary magazine Greyrock Review.
Want to share poetry with your peers? Join our student-run poetry club: Dead Poets Society.
Make friends and create community! Connect with English majors through Inklings, our student-run English social club.
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Career Paths
What can I do with this major?
Students who have chosen to major in English with a concentration in Literature have pursued careers in publishing and editing, communications, marketing & public relations, education, healthcare, and more.
Alumni have also been admitted to graduate programs in literary and cultural studies, creative writing, and more.