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Program Type: Undergraduate

Minor Requirements: View Requirements

Department: English


Employees consistently rank critical thinking and strong writing skills as absolutely essential to being successful in the workforce, which is why pairing your existing major with an English minor can give you a competitive edge as a job candidate or a graduate school applicant. Whether you are seeking a career in the tech industry, medicine, business, or public relations, the English minor will equip you with the necessary skills for success. 

Program Contacts

Dr. Andrea Gazzaniga
Professor, English, Chair
859-572-5619
gazzanigaa1@nku.edu

Find Your Passions & Build Your Future

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  • Career Readiness: Your English classes will sharpen your aptitude in written and oral communication, critical thinking, and research in a fun and supportive learning environment. Your coursework will consist of innovative assignments from award winning teachers who will meet with you one-on-one to develop the skills and confidence you need in whatever career you choose. Moreover, you will have internship opportunities with guided mentorship.  
  • Student Publications and Activities: As an English Minor, you will have the opportunity to work on and submit to the department’s student-run journals, providing you with invaluable work experience on project management, editing, and publishing.  
  • Mentorship: Your English professors are award winning teachers who care about your success.  As an English minor, you will enjoy small class sizes and attentive instructors who will keep you engaged and on track to graduate. 

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