The English undergraduate curriculum prepares students to think critically about texts; to construct sound arguments based on evidence; to write elegantly and persuasively; and to understand the historical and cultural contexts in which texts are produced, disseminated, and received. Students can major in English and English Pre-Education and minor in Creative Writing, English, and Popular Culture Studies. Over 120 courses cover topics ranging from Shakespeare to digital media studies, from Romanticism to popular culture, from 20th-century fiction to contemporary disability studies, from traditional grammar to literary publishing, from folklore to narrative theory, from creative nonfiction to business and professional writing, and from rhetoric to film analysis. Course credit is available through study abroad programs, service learning courses, writing-related internships, and independent research and creative writing projects.

Majors are prepared for entry-level jobs in arts administration, business, communications, consulting, education, finance, human resources, journalism, marketing, media production, publishing, sales, social services, and technology services. They are often employed by non-profit organizations and government agencies, or attend law school, medical school, business school, and graduate-level programs in the humanities.

 Amidst the geopolitical conflict between the U. S. and Russia, the Russian Club opens the minds of students and celebrates the culture of the everyday Russian.  As a participant in the Taste of OSU cultural exhibit, they showcased a deeper side of Russian culture in hopes of changing preconceived notions stemming from the Cold War.

For information about the thesis option for students not in an honors program, see Research Thesis.  If you are planning to graduate with research distinction, contact Amy Martinez in Arts and Sciences Advising to submit the Thesis Application (upon enrolling in 4999 research credit and no later than one term before your graduating term). Direct questions about the application to Amy Martinez. If you are pursuing one of the professional programs in the arts, contact a faculty advisor in your department, or an arts advisor in ASC Advising, for more info. 

For information about the thesis option for students enrolled in the Honors Program, see Honors Research Thesis.  If you are planning to graduate with honors research distinction, submit the Application for Graduation with Honors Research Distinction to the Arts and Sciences Honors Office upon enrolling in 4999H research credit and no later than two semesters before graduation. Direct questions about the application to an Arts and Sciences Honors Office counselor.

Tell an advisor how much you appreciate them!  Submit a thank you to your advisor online at:  Thank An Advisor.

Nominate your advisor for the Outstanding Advisor of the Year Award at:  Outstanding Advisor Award.  Nominations due April 1. 

Join the Office of International Affairs for Global Engagement Nights, a continuation of the popular "America 101" series. Global Engagement Nights provide a forum for domestic and international students to have conversations on topics ranging from popular culture to relationships, as well as learn more about their peers from other cultures and about the growing international community at Ohio State.  Discussion topics. 

Contact:  Laura Hoffsis by email at hoffsis.5@osu.edu. 

Tuesday nights at 6 p.m. in 122 Oxley Hall.

Are you considering working abroad? Refine your international etiquette and interviewing skills by attending an interactive workshop presented by Protocol and Etiquette Worldwide. 

March 7 at 5:30 in 130 Page Hall.  Reception at 6:30 for Q & A.   

Share your college experience with elementary students! Pay It Forward's Access88 is a community outreach program focused on access to higher education in Ohio's 88 counties. All majors are encouraged to participate! Register for trips to Linden, Whitehall, and Sardinia, Ohio at Access88.  Space is limited.
Fall 2013 Ambassador application deadline - April 17 by 11:59 p.m.

Would you like to mentor a Columbus high school student?  Join the PACE Mentoring Program.  Mentors will help high-achieving, but underserved students reach their maximum potential through help with standard subjects, SAT/ACT/AP preparation, scholarships, and college counseling.  If interested, email Alyse Krausz or apply here.