English
Well-Versed and Well-Prepared
We seek to help students develop skills in critical thinking, writing and communication through the study of literature, language, rhetoric, creative writing and publishing. Our award-winning faculty members are widely recognized in their fields of expertise.
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Follow your interests while cultivating skills employers are looking for across industries and disciplines.
Why Study English at UMKC?
Award-Winning Faculty
Undergraduate and graduate students will learn from and work closely with award-winning faculty to develop their own original research and writing.
Improve as a Writer
Develop your flexibility and effectiveness as a writer and become capable of working in a variety of genres, including creative and expository writing.
Marketable Skills and Perspectives
Learn to analyze texts, express your thoughts, engage in dialogue and approach problems creatively to discover effective solutions. Build a wide range of marketable skills that translate to success in the job market.
A Tailored Experience
Work with faculty and advisors to devise a path that meets your goals — whether that means internships, graduate study, career preparation, or a little bit of everything.
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My professors have provided information on internships, job openings, extracurricular activities and advice on life in general. They are equally encouraging and helpful. Their blunt honesty has kept me humble, but they never cease to give me a high five when needed.
Alexa Sproles
English major, Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Literature minor