English | Stark State College | North Canton, Ohio
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English

Explore different types of writing, including creative writing, technical report writing, grant writing, scriptwriting, writing for media, writing for the Web or business communications writing while building a solid foundation for bachelor and graduate degrees in English. You’ll learn written communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills through a mix of concentrated English classes and various general education requirements.

Work in many areas
(may include, but not limited to):

Written communication and critical thinking skills are extremely valuable, so English degrees open many doors in various industries, including publishing, education and media.

Prepare for a career as a/an
(may include, but not limited to):

  • proofreader
  • editor
  • instructional designer
  • social media specialist
  • writer
  • educator

Note: Certificates are stackable towards an associate degree in technical communications.

  • Kent State University; bachelor’s degree in English

Program learning outcomes

  • Analyze different audiences in various contexts through informal and formal writing.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with research methods.
  • Identify historical contexts and current issues in literary and/or writing studies.
  • Interpret knowledge of the human condition and diverse populations from various generic texts in order to recognize perspectives and values different from our own.
  • Assess the ways in which literature and language have contributed to new knowledge in the humanities and other disciplines.

Program scholarships

  • Marie Stokes scholarship fund

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