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How Do Students Maximize an English Double Major?
Have you ever considered double majoring or minoring at E-town? Students are encouraged to enjoy academic variety by taking courses from different concentrations, and this can foster a desire to double major or minor. Choosing to include English as a dual major or minor can enhance the skills you have when entering the workforce. There […]
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Writing Outside of the Box: The Creative Writing Minor
The Creative Writing minor at Elizabethtown College offers students the opportunity to expand their writing abilities and explore another world of writing. Offering classes on the creation of poetry, prose, and script writing, the minor encompasses many different aspects of writing in the workplace. The minor also offers classes on creative non-fiction, young adult literature, […]
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Studying Abroad in England: An Exciting Option for English Majors
When English professional writing major Megan Finnegan studied abroad in her spring 2016 semester, she didn’t expect to return an entirely different person. Her journey from the Elizabethtown College English department to the small English town of Cheltenham has allowed her to gain multiple perspectives on various cultures, both in her host country and across […]
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Literary Magazine Provides Creative Outlet for Elizabethtown College Community
“Even though students here write or create a lot, I don’t think they have the chance to share it with many people aside from their professors,” said Jerica Shuck, a junior English Professional Writing major. “I think Fine Print gives students the outlet to express themselves that many students might be missing.” Fine Print is […]
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Professor Carmine Sarracino: Poet and Creative Writing Mentor
Dr. Carmine Sarracino teaches Creative Writing and American Literature at Elizabethtown College. He also directs the popular creative writing minor. Sarracino teaches several classes at E-town, including American Literature, Creative Writing, Growing Up in America, and the Fantastic in Literature. His literature classes are peppered with detailed stories that provide historical and biographical context for […]
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Bowers Writers House: The Cabin in the Woods at Etown College
Situated in the woods behind Elizabethtown College is a small house where students can go to hear professional authors share their work. The Bowers Writers House serves as an extension to Elizabethtown’s academic curriculum, and offers students with the opportunity to meet professionals in all fields of study. It is the sole mission of the […]
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The Creative Writing Club: Turning Drafts into Novels
The Creative Writing Club is a group of students who celebrate their love of writing through interacting with other writers on Elizabethtown’s campus. The club is currently run by a mixture of majors on campus and, as of the spring of 2017, the club meets on a biweekly basis on Thursdays at 3:30pm in Nicarry […]
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Take a Taste of Professional Writing with EN185
Ever wish there was a way to experience a field before jumping headfirst into it? Taking English 185, Introduction to Professional Writing, does just that. The English department faculty at Elizabethtown College acknowledge that professional writing concentration students will be doing many types of writing after college. With this knowledge, the department created a major […]
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Etownian Newspaper is Perfect for E-town English Majors
Even as a small, liberal arts school, Elizabethtown College has a lot to talk about. The student-run newspaper, Etownian, covers it all. Started in 1904, the Etownian is one of the oldest news publications in Lancaster. Today, approximately 50 students write, edit and serve as business staff for the newspaper. Students across all majors are […]
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Graphic Design: A Beautiful Supplement to the English Major
Much like professional writing, graphic design uses creativity to provide a practical and intentional service for others. According to the Elizabethtown College website, “graphic design is a form of visual communication vital to every industry and institution.” With this in consideration, the college added a graphic design program to its list of minors. The graphic […]
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