BA in Adolescence Education 7-12- English in Oswego United States | SUNY Oswego

Our English literature program helps you develop essential writing and analytical abilities while studying works from various authors. The curriculum emphasizes close reading, composition, and investigation techniques, preparing you for diverse career paths. Our faculty members specialize in different historical periods and theoretical approaches, offering interdisciplinary opportunities like a crime fiction course jointly taught by English and sociology professors.
Showcase your research at local and national academic conferences. Get published in student publications like The Oswegonian newspaper, Great Lake Review literary magazine, and Exist digital journal. Outstanding students can join Sigma Tau Delta, Oswego's chapter of the international English honors society. Seniors can participate in Words in the World, applying their skills to real-world communication projects for businesses and nonprofits.
The Curriculum and Instruction Department provides Bachelor of Science programs leading to NYS teaching certification in various subjects for Childhood (1-6) and Adolescence (7-12) education, including languages, sciences, humanities, and TESOL (K-12). All programs combine pedagogical training with content area studies, with encouragement for secondary majors in specialized fields for certain certification tracks.