The English major is designed for a variety of possible professions in which a
sound foundation in general literacy is important, from editing and writing to
teaching and law.
The major provides unusually strong preparation for graduate
study as well, through the core of required courses. The major combines well
with a variety of other majors. Note that a second area is needed for teaching
certification in English.
Internships
Doane students may participate in month-long or semester-long internships, gaining hands-on work experience for college credit. English students have completed internships at such organizations as:
• Mary Ripma Ross Film Theatre
• NebraskaLand Magazine
• Prairie Schooner
Study Abroad
Every four years, the English Department selects approximately 15 students for a semester in east and central Africa. Students travel to six countries and engage in a semester of courses, including Introduction to African Studies, African Literature and Culture, Linguistics, Swahili, writing, and independent study.
Interterm/Field Trips
Periodic trips to Japan, England, and Greece are offered as interterm courses. English students have also traveled to The Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C., The Oriental Institute, the Field Museum, and The Art Institute in Chicago to supplement course work.
English Organizations
Xanadu
Students may write for Xanadu, the college literary magazine. If interested, they may also serve on the editorial staff.
Sigma Tau Delta
Outstanding English majors and minors become members of the international English honor society, Sigma Tau Delta. Doane's chapter, Iota, was founded in 1930.
The Doane Owl
The Doane Owl is a weekly student newspaper that provides students with practical writing and editing experience. Editors and writers for The Doane Owl are often English majors.
Special Programs
Lucille Cobb Lecture Series
The Lucille Cobb Lecture Series, featured each year at Doane, provides students the opportunity to meet and interact with prominent writers. Those who have appeared in the series include:
• Gwendolyn Brooks
• Hayden Carruth
• Alan Cheuse
• Desmond Egan
• Patricia Hampl
• Miroslav Holub
• Marlene Norbese
• Philip W.D. Snodgrass