Bachelor of Arts in English - Writing and Rhetoric

Students of SU English engage with important questions about the human condition, especially where issues of race, gender, ethnicity, identity, and class are concerned. Moreover, the faculty of English all champion values of diversity, empathy, and integrity as we educate our students with a view to their lifelong journey as people who understand the value of human expression. SU English emphasizes innovative thinking, which prepares students not only for the workplace of today, but the workplace of tomorrow, graduate school, and life-long-learning. Following Salisbury University’s mission and values, SU English strives to empower students with intellectual curiosity, critical and analytical thinking, exceptionally-crafted writing and rhetorical skills, and appreciation of linguistic diversity. Writing and Rhetoric The undergraduate concentration in Writing and Rhetoric will provide students with: In-depth training in writing and rhetorical studies Teachers and scholars committed to making writing central to undergraduate education Guidance in shaping writers’ ideas in a variety of contexts: academic, civic, professional, and personal Opportunities to participate in collaborative projects, such as co-authored papers and group presentations, which develop writing, listening, and interpersonal skills that are vital for career success Preparation for a range of writing-focused jobs that involve the analysis, creation, and editing of texts, including digital and multimedia ones Preparation for graduate/professional study and jobs across a variety of sectors (e.g., publishing and media, education, marketing and public relations, civic organizations)