| A. LITERATURE
Students may
use only one creative writing course toward the literature concentration.
The student must include in her or his course selections at least one course
in American literature (A), at least one course in British literature (B),
two courses in earlier literature [before 1800] (E), and at least one course
in later literature [after 1800] (L).
B. CREATIVE
WRITING
English majors
intern with newspapers, magazines, book publishers, museums, libraries,
and public relations firms. Wells alumnae who are established leaders in
their fields often provide internship opportunities for current students.
The following is a sample of internships recently held by Wells English
students:
• Elle
magazine, New York City
• HarperCollins
Publishing, New York City
• New
York State Archives, Albany, NY
• The
Perseus Book Group, New York City
• The
Rome Observer, Rome, NY
• Frick
Reference Library, New York City
Want to travel
the world and write about your adventures? How about studying the British
classics in Bath, England? Or exploring Spanish literature in Seville?
English majors can pursue fascinating programs across the country and around
the world – check
out our off-campus study programs!
CO-CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES
Want to see
one of your stories published? Enjoy practicing your reporting skills?
Wells has student publications and literary organizations that provide
out-of-the-classroom and out-of-the-box learning for English majors. Students
have the opportunity to write for publication, edit, and meet with many
visiting writers and publishers. Below are just a few clubs and activities
that might catch your interest:
The Onyx
(student newspaper)
The Cardinal
(yearbook)
Collegiate
(student government)
Women’s
Resource Center
The Chronicle
(literary magazine)
Phoenix
Literary Society
The Book
Arts Center
Visiting
Writers Series
CAREER CONNECTIONS
The ability
to write clearly and effectively is essential for success in any career,
and the study of literature enhances a student’s ability to think clearly
and observe closely. Want to attend professional or graduate school? Ever
thought about one of these  careers?
Then consider becoming an English major at Wells!
• Publishing
• Advertising
• Public
relations
• Newspaper
reporter or editor
• Writer
• Teacher
• Museum
curator
• Archivist
• Library
science |
