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I am a long-time Carleton University student! After I finished my BA in Law, I felt a bit lost on what steps I wanted to take next. I have always loved writing, so I decided to enroll in a BA English with a Concentration in Creative Writing. I had so much fun completing this BA and I learned so much about writing, editing, and publishing. Fortunately, I was also able to publish my work in Sumac<\/em>, Carleton University\u2019s literary magazine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What I loved about this BA was how much support the faculty offered me. By talking to professors, I decided to do an MA in International Affairs. Thanks to my Co-Op placements, I learned that the federal government loves English students because \u201cthey know how to write.\u201d Through my MA program, I was able to land an analyst position with the International Development and Research Centre (IDRC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How has your Carleton English degree informed your professional and\/or creative path?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My undergraduate degree in English made me more employable. Although I enjoy writing, I was also looking to gain some professional skills. As I mentioned, the government is looking for applicants who can write and do research and analysis. At Carleton, I was able to learn how to do just that. Whether you are looking for a career in writing or the government, the English program helps students succeed in either endeavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Carleton?  What specific experiences or opportunities did you benefit from while studying English at Carleton?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re interested in writing, studying at Carleton gives you access to the Ottawa writing scene. There are so many publications in Ottawa that are happy to publish works by students. I believe that the faculty in the Creative Writing program sets Carleton apart. I gained so much more confidence in my writing with every workshop I took. I know so many students who got published because the faculty either encouraged them to publish or directed them to resources that could help them find publications to submit to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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