Department Events

Four Students Eating Cake and Laughing at the English Majors Graduation Event

English Majors Amanda Hayami, Selah Garret, Leo Martinez, and James Hamill enjoy cake and celebrate their peers' graduation at the English Majors Graduation Celebration (Spring 2019).

Professor Norbert Schurer lecturing in front of students and teachers taking notes

Norbert Schürer, Professor in the Department of English at Cal State Long Beach, explains to prospective English students at OCC how to navigate the expectations and requirements of an undergraduate English program at a 4-year institution (Spring 2019).

Past Events

English Majors Reception
Transitioning to a Four-Year College

Norbert Schurer Transfer Workshop Flyer (PDF)

Facilitated by OCC English Faculty and Professor Norbert Schürer, Department of English, Cal State Long Beach, this workshop is relevant to anyone interested in transferring to an English department at a four-year college or university, whether or not you plan to attend Cal State Long Beach. Professor Schürer will speak about possible paths within the English major, how to get to know a new department and faculty, how to transition from lower- to upper-division coursework, and more. Bring questions!
Writing a Personal Statement for College Apps

English Major Transfer Workshops Flyer (PDF)

In these hands-on workshops, learn what UCs are looking for, ways of choosing your 4 topics, and strategies for success. These workshops are 2 hours and held in computer labs—the first hour will be explanation of the personal statement; the second will be drafting and feedback time for those who have drafts or want to start writing. The workshops will be led by English faculty, Karen Felts and Chris Evans.
Choosing a College/Choosing a Focus for Transfer

English Major Transfer Workshops Flyer (PDF)

In these hands-on workshops, learn what UCs are looking for, ways of choosing your 4 topics, and strategies for success. These workshops are 2 hours and held in computer labs—the first hour will be explanation of the personal statement; the second will be drafting and feedback time for those who have drafts or want to start writing. The workshops will be led by English faculty, Karen Felts and Chris Evans.
English Major Donut Social
English Major Donut Social Flyer (PDF)
- Join us for Coffee and Donuts
- Talk with English Faculty
- Meet Fellow English Majors
- Learn about Spring Workshops
- Sign up for Our Canvas Site
- Speak to a Counselor about Degree/Transfer Requirements
English Major Luncheon
English Major Workshop Flyer (PDF)
- Meet English department faculty and an OCC counselor who will be working with
  English majors
- Learn about transfer requirements for different colleges (UCs, CSUs, and private
  institutions)
- Understand which classes to take and when they are offered
- Declare your Major
- Eat Cake

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