Department of English Advisors give support to students seeking guidance

Being a college student comes with an array of questions and thoughts, especially about the future.

Luckily, the Department of English has advisors who are available to help students figure out if an English major is best for them, to discuss course mapping issues, to make sure all university requirements are fulfilled, and even to discuss post-graduation options.

Deciding to major in English is only the first step a student makes—then comes picking a focus. The major is made up of three different concentrations: Literature, Media, and Culture; Creative Writing; and Editing, Writing, and Media.

Jacques Toussaint, Ashley Enos, Jarmal Desire, and Cathy Barrios are the friendly faces that students may come across in the advisors’ area on the fourth floor of the Williams Building. In addition to the topics listed above, they are available to address any concerns or questions students have about the major. Click here for a profile of Cathy Barrios and here for a profile of Jarmal Desire.

The English department is flexible with its hours: the office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and accepts walk-ins daily.