Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English

The study of English prepares students to gain critical reading skills, develop focused research methods, learn the craft of rhetoric, improve analytical thinking, and enhance precise writing skills through the study of grammar, literature, and prose.

About This Program

Students seeking a degree in English will learn effective communication skills, various types of writing, structure of language, and critical research and review methods. Students will also examine many types of literature produced throughout the course of history in order to gain new perspectives and develop an evolved understanding of the written word, the historical evolution of language, and the exploration of cultures. Many of our graduates further their education and continue on to doctoral programs while others attain positions in fields such as education, law, information technology, business, and journalism.

 

 

Your Map to the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English

 

Admission Requirements
Any student who is in good standing may become an English major.

General Course Prerequisites
Each student enrolled in the university is expected to earn a minimum grade of "C" in ENC 1101, ENC 1102 or the honors equivalent. Each student is expected to earn a minimum grade of "C" in any course offered by the department at the 2000 level or above.

Course Requirement for the English Major
An English major must complete the following thirty-six (36) semester hours with a grade of at least "C" in each course. All courses in which grades below "C" have been earned must be repeated. The overall average in major courses should be at least 2.00. In addition, students must complete the following supporting courses:

Supporting courses are:

  • History (EUH 2000/3000/4000 or AMH or AFA 2000/3000/4000); 
  • French or Spanish (12 hrs); 
  • Philosophy (PHI 2010); 
  • Psychology (PSY 2012); 
  • Anthropology (ANT 2000); 
  • Speech (SPC 1017/ 2608); and
  • Computer Information Systems (CGS 2060 or EME 2040).

The English major requirement of thirty-six (36) semester hours above the general studies requirements does not mean that additional hours are not encouraged; they are, in fact, strongly recommended for all majors for complete background preparation.

Minor Requirements for English Majors

All students must select a minor field of study in an area of concentration such as humanities, theatre, foreign language, history, art, music, philosophy, journalism, or another area approved by the advisor and the chairperson.

 

Program Faculty

 

Name & Position Email Phone
Dr. Veronica Yon
Chair
veronica.yon@famu.edu (850) 599-3737
Dr. Brittney Boykins
Assistant Professor
brittney.boykins@famu.edu (850) 599-3321
Dr. Alexander Brickler
Assistant Professor
alexander.brickler@famu.edu (850) 599-3307
Dr. Collin Callahan
Instructor
collin.callahan@famu.edu (850) 599-3199
Dr. Makisha Cheeks makisha.cheeks@famu.edu (850) 599-3140
Dr. Chandra Clark
Associate Professor
chandra.clark@famu.edu (850) 599-3077
Dr. DeSilver Cohen desilver.cohen@famu.edu (850) 599-3190
Mr. Terrance Folmar
Full Time Instructor
terrence.folmar@famu.edu (850) 561-2485
Dr. Na’Imah Ford
Assistant Professor
naimah.ford@famu.edu (850) 561-2274
Mr. Rafael Gamero
Assistant Professor
rafael.gamero@famu.edu (850) 561-3013
Dr. Lamar Garnes
Associate Professor, Writing Resource Center Director
lamar.garnes@famu.edu (850) 599-3005
Dr. Gina Henderson
Visiting Assistant Professor
gina.henderson@famu.edu (850) 561-2483
Dr. Kajsa Henry
Assistant Professor
kajsa.henry@famu.edu (850) 599-3799
Dr. Jenise Hudson
Assistant Professor, English Literary Guild Advisor
jenise.hudson@famu.edu (850) 412-5556
Mr. Steven Lapinsky
English Instructor
steven.lapinsky@famu.edu (850) 599-3059
Ms. Tracee Mason
Instructor
tracee.mason@famu.edu (850) 412-5550
Dr. April McCray
Assistant Professor
april.mccray@famu.edu (850) 412-7698
Dr. Kendra Mitchell
Assistant Professor, Composition Studies Director
kendra.mitchell@famu.edu (850) 561-2608
Ms. Janeen Price janeen.price@famu.edu (850) 412-5551
Dr. Johanna Ramos
Associate Professor
johanna.ramos@famu.edu (850) 561-2052
Ms. Nandi Riley nandi.riley@famu.edu (850) 412-5553
Dr. Zachary Showers
Associate Professor
zachary.showers@famu.edu (850) 599-3555
Ms. Kristine Snodgrass
Associate Professor
kristine.snodgrass@famu.edu (850) 561-2241
Dr. Troy Spier
Assistant Professor
troy.spier@famu.edu (850) 412-7039
Dr. Jeneen Surrency
English Faculty Liaison
jeneen.surrency@famu.edu (850) 412-5552
Ms. Annie Voisin
Visiting Instructor
annie.voisin@famu.edu (850) 561-2492
Ms. Yvette Stennett yvette.stennett@famu.edu (850) 599-3074