As a part of the English Program at the IU School of Liberal Arts in Indianapolis, you’ll be part of a dynamic learning community where language, literature, and creativity converge. Studying English means acquiring skills that will never lose value.
In seminars and lectures, you don’t just learn how to approach texts—you learn how to approach the world. Skills like reading analytically, speaking clearly, and writing persuasively remain at the heart of communication and understanding, even as new technologies, such as AI, emerge. And while machines can process information, they can’t replicate the uniquely human abilities to think as you write, connect ideas with empathy, and cultivate the mind through reading and reflection.
You’ll study with faculty who are not only accomplished scholars and published authors, but also passionate mentors dedicated to your growth. They will help you navigate your coursework alongside service learning and real-world experiences that enhance your college journey.
You’ll also engage deeply with the writer’s life through events like the Rufus & Louise Reiberg Reading Series, which brings nationally recognized authors to campus for readings and conversations. You can also take advantage of the University Writing Center, a community of writing consultants who support undergraduate and graduate student writers across the entire IU Indy campus.
Beyond academics, you’ll be part of a campus community in the heart of Indianapolis, where opportunities for internships, cultural engagement, and professional networking are readily available throughout a city you’ll call home.
Whether you're exploring literature, crafting stories, analyzing culture, or preparing for a career in business, law, education, or public service, you’ll develop the skills that matter—skills that employers value and society needs. This is more than an English degree. It’s a foundation for a thoughtful, impactful life.