Why pursue a Dual-Degree in Engineering at North Central College?Engineers design, develop, test, modify, install and maintain a variety of products and systems. They work on computer circuits and architecture, FPGA design, sensors, actuators, embedded processors, power electronics and motors. In dual degree engineering, you’ll spend 3 years at North Central completing the engineering core and earn a Bachelor of Science in chemistry or engineering physics.

Why pursue a degree in English Education at North Central College?The English Education program provides preparation to successfully begin a teaching profession upon graduation. English Education majors also gain the skills to become a professor, editor, writer, novelist, speechwriter or journalist. A successful graduate from this program will be able to interpret literature and multimedia texts, plan instruction and assessments, compose texts, implement and assess student engagement and develop as an educator.

Why pursue a degree in elementary education at North Central College?The Elementary Education program provides preparation to successfully begin a teaching profession upon graduation. Elementary Elementary Education majors learn how to lesson plan and teach a variety of subjects like English, math, science and social studies. This program is approved for licensure by the Illinois State Board of education, creating world-class educators who inspire young people to achieve their best.

William Muck shared the importance of storytelling and its impact at the U.N. Summit in September At the end of September, the United Nations hosted a Summit where world leaders gathered together. One after another, they took the stage—different leaders from different traditions that, under a single roof, reflected most of the world’s history. All had a fleeting opportunity to craft a story about their nation and the world that would—they hoped—make others sit up and listen.

Why pursue a secondary education degree at North Central College?The secondary education program provides preparation to successfully begin a teaching profession upon graduation. Secondary education majors learn how to lesson plan and teach focusing on subjects of your choice like art, biology, chemistry, physics, English, history, math and foreign language. This program is approved for licensure by the Illinois State Board of education, creating world-class middle and high school educators who inspire young people to achieve their best.

Philosophy can be dangerous. The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was sentenced to death for, among other things, corrupting the youth of Athens. We will not be corrupting you, but we will help you think about things you take for granted in your everyday life and explore their foundations.

Why pursue a degree in English Literature at North Central College?A literature program teaches you to become a skilled reader and interpreter. Understanding literature is a multidimensional subject, which includes historical, cultural and artistic context. A literature major is well-suited for students who are interested in a graduate degree in English or law school. A successful graduate from this program will be able to interpret literature and multimedia texts, and tout in-depth knowledge of literature in formal and theoretical contexts.

Salve!Students in Classical Civilization learn about virtually all aspects of the study of ancient Greece and Rome (from around 800 BC to 400 AD), including the languages, literature, history, art, philosophy, and religion. Many of our own cultural, academic, and civic institutions have roots in Greece and Rome, such as theater, scientific inquiry, and even democracy. For many generations of Americans, including the Founding Fathers and Lincoln, a background in Classical was considered essential for all leaders, whether in business, law, government, or the clergy.

Why pursue a degree in English Writing at North Central College?A writing program teaches you to become skilled at crafting and writing critical essays, poems, stories, arguments and other creative works. The study of writing presents students the opportunity not only to write what they know, but to progress beyond into challenging and unexpected work. A successful graduate from this program will be able to interpret writing, literature and multimedia texts, and tout in-depth knowledge of writing in formal and theoretical contexts.