English, Rhetoric and Writing, and Media Communication Department
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The Department of English, Rhetoric and Writing, and Media Communication emphasizes courses and degrees that help students learn and apply writing strategies, communication skills, reading proficiencies, presentational strategies, convergent-media proficiencies, and critical thinking to enhance their academic, professional, and personal endeavors.
Effective communication and analytical skills are perhaps the most important in today’s information-driven society. In your literature and writing classes, you will gain an appreciation of literature and its historical importance, and you will learn to formulate your own ideas in ways that inform, enlighten, and persuade.
Graduates with degrees from this department go on to find employment in a variety of fields, from business and banking to education and entertainment.
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English
B.A. in English
Effective communication and analytical skills are a necessity in almost every career pursuit and are perhaps the most important skills in today's information-driven society. The Bachelor of Arts in English encourages the development and mastery of writing strategies, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and prepares graduates to apply this learning in real-life situations. In your literature and writing classes, you will gain an appreciation of literature and its historical importance, and you will learn to formulate your own ideas in ways that inform, enlighten, and persuade. Click here to learn more.
B.S. in English with Teacher Licensure (7-12)
UAFS’s Bachelor of Science in English with teacher licensure (grades 7-12) program provides an in-depth curriculum taught by accomplished English and education faculty. The teacher licensure portion of your program blends advanced theory with hands-on experience to ensure you are prepared to lead your classroom upon graduation. Click here to learn more.
Media Comm
B.A. in Media Communication
The Bachelor of Arts in media communication emphasizes new media writing, media production, convergence journalism, and digital literacy. You will gain workforce readiness through a focus on writing, research, presentation, and new media skills. Media communication students gain hands-on experience in media production and can participate in student media publications. Click here to learn more.
Rhetoric & Writing
B.A. in Rhetoric & Writing
Effective communication and analytical skills are a necessity in almost every career pursuit. Every field requires competent communication specialists who understand the basics of formulating an idea, structuring it in a logical format, and delivering it in a way that informs, persuades, and enlightens. The Bachelor of Arts in rhetoric and writing focuses specifically on effective communication skills through intensive writing and editing classes. Click here to learn more.
Minors
Creative Writing Minor
This 18-hour program addresses numerous writing issues, cultivating your writing abilities to apply to a variety of writing situations and demands. The minor complements a major by broadening your academic experience. Click here to view the degree plan.
English Minor
Media Communication
This 18-hour program complements any major by broadening the student's academic experience and enhancing their communication skills. Click here to view the degree plan.
Rhetoric and Writing Minor
This 18-hour minor consists of a structured selection of courses to enrich your academic preparation by providing instruction and practice in professional and academic writing. This minor complements any major by broadening your academic experience. Click here to view the degree plan.
Speech Minor
This 18-hour minor will strengthen your skills in logic and oral communication, which will support your progress in any major or career field. Click here to view the degree plan.
Teaching English as a Second Language Minor
This 18-credit hour minor is designed for those who wish to teach English as a second language domestically and abroad. Courses include Second Language Acquisition, Teaching Methods, and Assessment. Students obtaining the minor in TESL (18-hours) will also receive the Teaching English as a Second Language (15-hours) Certificate of Proficiency.