In conjunction with the Linguistics Program, English also offers an option in English Linguistics which provides a background in both literature.

Students interested in Teaching English as a Second Language, which prepares students for the particular concerns of second-language acquisition and pedagogy, may pursue the Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate Program through the Anthropology Department. Please note that the Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) Certficiate Program is not a stand-alone route to licensure. For licensure requirements, refer to the College of Education section in this catalog.