Hello.
I have come, once again, asking EVC members for counsel on a very possible major choice: English. I enjoy reading and writing, look forward to honing my logic and critical thinking skills, very much enjoy some of the classics of literature, such as
Crime and Punishment,
The Great Gatsby,
Walden and Civil Disobedience, and look forward to reading other greats and critically evaluating them. I also understand that English is broad, and literature is not the only focus. I see an education in English as intellectually stimulating, and as an important tool, a filter, if you will, that detects the plethora of useful, well-supported knowledge from the unsubstantiated rigmarole.
Just a week ago I spoke with a guidance counselor regarding majors, and he claimed that the major, with the exception of those with very narrow and specific fields, such as accounting or engineering, is not very important; rather, the skills that the major manifests and refines are what catches the eyes of possible employers.
In addition, he posited four other ideas he wanted me to accept: 1) the ability to write cogently and clearly is crucial, 2) public speaking or any oral communication is vital, 3) have your writing be seen by others, such as non-profit organizations or school newspapers, and, 4) obtain an internship, for this allows you a glimpse of the career-life you might have in your field.
I write this with the hope that some EVC members majored in English, and what experiences they garnered while in college. Furthermore, I ask for the evaluation of my guidance counselor's counsel. Are his statements, more or less, accurate?
Thanks in advance for any contributions you may have, assuming anybody responds.