Freshman and sophomore courses assure every student of contact with knowledge and skills expected of any educated person. In a world of misunderstanding and inexactness, communication skills and insights to be gained through a study of literature and writing become more and more desirable, regardless of one's chosen profession. Graduate School English majors who have gone to graduate school traditionally have done well. As a result of the reputation which they have established, many well-known graduate schools are generous to Lipscomb graduates, offering them scholarships, fellowships, or graduate assistantships. College teaching is usually the goal of those who attend graduate school to further their education in English.
Many English majors become high school teachers.
Their performance in classrooms in Nashville and throughout the country has been highly praised. There is no better pre-law preparation than a major in English. A broad liberal arts background is indispensable. Professional Writing English majors who are also interested in technical subjects, science, math, and business find opportunities to use that dual interest and their communication and analytical skills in the field of technical writing. Journalism A number of English majors have acquired positions with magazines and newspapers, functioning successfully as editors, publishers, and reporters.