The Program

Wheeling Jesuit University’s English Literature major offers students a broad study of works from British, American, and World authors. Students participate in a wide array of classes and study the diversity of literature through drama, poetry, fiction, and film. In such a program, the faculty's first interest is in developing students' critical thinking skills through the use of interesting and thought-provoking interpretive writing. A degree in English Literature from Wheeling Jesuit provides a firm grounding in the skills that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Opportunities

Wheeling Jesuit University literature graduates are typically accepted into graduate programs, MBA programs, and law school.  With the communication and interpersonal skills they develop, Wheeling Jesuit literature graduates find that a career in almost any field is possible. Recent graduates have careers in such diverse fields as business, law, education, mass media, college administration, government service, and sales. This list grows from year to year as employers recognize the need for more than basic literacy in their employees.  

• Katie Torpey (’91): Graduated from UCLA Graduate Film School; has sold several movie scripts.
• Jody Saseen (’92): Associate Editor for Penny Press Inc. in Norwalk Ct.
• Lena Cline- Previll (‘99): Coordinator of Student Programs, Dartmouth College.
• Jake Strautmann (’99): Theatre Manager, Boston, MA.
• Steve Criniti (’00): PhD Candidate, University of Cincinnati.

Clearly, the variety of opportunities presented to the imaginative Wheeling Jesuit literature graduate appears nearly limitless.

Facilities & Faculty

Departmental faculty members provide students with a balance of professional accomplishment and academic background. They teach students theory and provide practical experience. Faculty members work with their students as individuals, not as anonymous students. Faculty members set aside time before and after classes to make themselves available to meet their students' needs, which is a proven formula for success.   For more information on how Wheeling Jesuit can help you realize your potential and own your future, call 1-800-624-6992 or e-mail admiss@wju.edu or visit Wheeling Jesuit online at www.wju.edu