English Department Literary Studies

Literary Studies Concentration

About the Literary Studies Concentration: If you love reading and writing, are creative yet practical, consider choosing the Literary Studies Concentration within the Liberal Arts major. Few concentrations are as versatile and lead to as many career paths as Literary Studies. The program provides the opportunity for the examination, interpretation, and analysis of poetry, fiction, drama, creative nonfiction, and other genres. Students explore the relationship between literary texts and the cultural, historical, and social contexts in which they were produced, fostering a deeper understanding of human expression and global cultures. The transferable skills in writing and critical research acquired in this program will equip you for a constantly evolving work culture, whether in business, law, technology, teaching, or many other fields.