English (AA)
Department: English and Philosophy
Program Contact: Kellyanne Ure
Phone: (435) 283-7570
Email: kellyanne.ure@snow.edu
Department Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/humanities/english/index.html
Program Description
English is a great field for people who love to read or write. It is also a good fit for those who are interested in better understanding human nature and how to communicate with others through writing. English is a broad major where students can study any of the following: literature, creative writing, technical communication, professional writing, rhetoric, and literary theory. English majors are in high demand in many jobs because of their ability to think critically, engage thoughtfully with other people, and communicate effectively with others. English majors go on to become entrepreneurs, professional writers, authors, teachers, lawyers, CEOs, editors, web developers, medical professionals, consultants, and so on.
Program Outcomes
A student who completes an associate degree in English will be able to do the following.
- Students will demonstrate close reading and writing of/about literature.
- Students will understand and apply relevant literary terms.
- Students will understand and apply relevant critical approaches to literature.
- Students will read and respond to texts from cultural perspectives.