Two Lebanon Valley College Students Named Rising Leaders
English & Communications
If the world’s a stage (as the Bard says), then students pursuing an English degree or Communications degree are ready to take the lead—developing the real-world skills employers are actively seeking.
In an era shaped by AI and rapid technological change, choosing the right path matters more than ever. Students today are right to wonder if English and communications degrees are still worth it, and the answer lies in adaptability. LVC students build strengths in semantics, professional writing, and communication studies—learning how to interpret information, craft clear messaging, and think critically in ways that technology alone cannot replicate.
Graduates of the LVC English & Communications program apply these skills across industries, from marketing and media to education and human resources. Through focused degree programs, close collaboration with faculty members, and coursework grounded in literature and culture, students gain the confidence and versatility to stand out—prepared not just for their first job, but for long-term career growth.
The ENG 299 Professionalization course will prepare you to discover, apply for, and thrive in a career that aligns with your goals and interests.
Learn More About the Program
As an English & Communications student at LVC, you can specialize in a few different areas: journalism and communications, literature, film, or theater. It’s easy to combine your interests by choosing double or even triple majors and performing with LVC’s popular Wig & Buckle Theater Company. Write and publish for the school newspaper, La Vie Collegienne, or our literary magazine, Green Blotter. Need-based departmental scholarships are available.
100%
of LVC English and creative writing majors who seek internships get one
$64,262
mean annual income for English Majors in DE, NJ, PA (ACS, 2024)
98%
employment rate for undergraduate English majors (ACS, 2024)
$3.87M
lifetime earnings of top-earning English majors [those in the 95th percentile] (Hamilton Project, 2020)
1,644,641
number of English majors employed in the US (ACS, 2024)
Career Opportunities
Every career requires skills in observation, analysis, collaboration, and communication. As you pursue your English degree, you’ll develop the ability to innovate, see what others miss, and express yourself in compelling, well-constructed language. These are just a few of the wide variety of career opportunities enjoyed by our graduates.
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Editor
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Writer
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Teacher
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Professor
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Web Content Producer
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Content Strategist
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Public Relations Specialist
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Marketing Executive
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Production Assistant
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Social Media Manager
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Lawyer
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Digital Marketer
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Communications Manager
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SEO Specialist
In Their Words
What I love most about the English program is the chill classroom environment, the genuine friendships, and the kind professors. During my time here so far, the faculty have supported me beyond the classroom as I started a trivia club, worked on video projects, and applied for internships. As an English major, you’ll be more than just a number: the other students and faculty will support you and your creative work.
Chris Timasonravichkit
’27,
English & Communications and Political Science Double Major with a minor in Common Law
Thanks to the skills I learned at LVC, I have been able to excel in my career as a news producer. The program makes sure its students are well rounded in problem-solving, creative thinking, and ethical research practices, all of which are tools I use daily in the newsroom.
Angelica Fraine
’23,
News Producer, WJAR-TV
Being an English & Communications major opens up a world of possibilities in today’s competitive and multifaceted job market. English majors at LVC are versatile thinkers, active learners, and analytical writers who are well-suited for a myriad of careers.
Dr. Shayani Bhattacharya,
Associate Professor of English & Communications
Faculty Spotlight
