English, Bachelor

The University of Kansas English Department stands at the heart of the humanities, fostering individual student interactions, community involvement, and global awareness through the exploration of human stories. We challenge students' minds and imaginations, encouraging them to question, analyze, and navigate a interconnected world. By emphasizing lifelong skills in clear, creative writing, we prepare graduates for professional success while believing that words and ideas drive global change.Renowned for teaching excellence, our department features small classes of 20-35 students focused on active textual engagement, with faculty earning numerous awards like Kemper Fellowships and Chancellor's Club Professorships. English majors pursue diverse careers in law, teaching, publishing, and beyond, benefiting from internships and one-on-one mentorship. Our strengths in global approaches, diversity studies, and innovative research equip students to master writing, critical analysis, literary histories, and cultural contexts, readying them for impactful engagement.