“As an English major, I haven’t been trained in a specific field or vocation; I have learned how to think, communicate, and adapt. My courses have instilled in me knowledge of the significance of creativity, presentation, and audience.”

“The ability to think analytically—to recognize problems in an area and suggest concrete steps to rectify the problems—is a skill developed in my English classes where professors constantly encouraged me to think critically.”

“I have not been trained in particular skills such as computer programming or accounting. Instead, I have been given knowledge. I know people. I know that the symbols we choose to vocalize our wants, needs, and desires reflect our standpoints and thought processes.”

"My superior asked me how, at such a young age and with so little experience, I has learned to 'write so well,' 'synthesize the mass of information,' and 'create such great recommendations for the program.'"

"My ability to write effectively and well afforded me more recognition and responsibility than I could ever have imagined."

"I can honestly say that the skills I have obtained through my studies, such as the ability to be a critical reader and thinker, to identify and relate to an audience, to think and perform creatively, and to communicate and present my work effectively, have given me the confidence to enter the 'real world.'"