Careers by Major

Simply select a major or academic area of interest to see:

Description of the major from the Emory & Henry College academic catalog
Link to the Emory & Henry College academic major’s web site
Introductory list of careers that individuals have pursued with the major
Link to a more extensive “careers by major” web site
List of where Emory & Henry students with the major have completed an internship

Art

Art-Studio is designed to acquaint students with concepts and techniques of the visual arts; to study art as a tool in communication; to provide students with foundation experiences, processes, and necessary skills for effective visual self-expression; and to prepare students for advanced study in art.

Art-Graphic Design is designed to acquaint students who wish to enter a design field with the necessary foundations in the visual arts and to provide preparation for employment in illustration, photography, and computer image-processing.

Examples of Careers:
Accessory Designer

Advertising Director

Aerial Photographer

Airbrush Artist

Archaeologist

Architect

Architectural Graphic Artist

Architectural Writer

Architectural Critic

Architecture Teacher

Art Activity Writer

Art Appraiser

Art Book Editor

Art Consultant

Art Coordinator

Art Critic

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Where E&H students have been interns:
K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. d/b/a Food City

Elizabeth Large Photography

William King Museum of Art

Strategic Placement Group, Inc.

Trailhead Designs
Athletic Training & Exercise Science

Athletic Training is designed to prepare students for health care careers as certified athletic trainers. Exercise Science majors have two track options to choose from, both of which include classroom, laboratory, and clinical internship experiences. Both the Clinical Health Professions and Fitness & Wellness tracks provide students with a strong scientific foundation related to the physiological benefits of exercise and the harmful effects of physical inactivity. Exercise Science graduates will be eligible to pursue certifications with the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Examples of Careers:
Pharmaceutical Sales Rep

Medical Equipment Sales Rep

Physician

High School Athletic Trainer

Sports Physical Therapist

Strength & Conditioning

Team Physician

Massage Therapist

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Fitness Consultant

Personal Trainer

Fitness Instructor

Occupational Therapist

Operations Director

Sporting Goods Manufacturing Rep

Promotion Director

Rehabilitation Therapist

Sports Psychologist

Wellness Coordinator

Sports Event Coordinator

Sports Nutritionist

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Biology

Biology (B.A.) is designed to acquaint students with the basic principles and branches of the biological sciences; to provide preparation for employment in industry, research, conservation, or health-related areas.

Biology (B.S.) is designed to acquaint students with the basic principles and branches of the biological sciences; to provide preparation for graduate study or employment in industry, research, conservation, or health-related areas.

Examples of Careers:
Agronomist

Environmental Engineer

Marine Engineering Tech

Animal Scientist

Environmental Health

Marine Fisheries/Worker

Aquaculture Farmer

Environmental Protection

Marine Geologist

Ergonomist

Marine Sales

Aquarium & Museum

Fish Hatchery Tech

Aquarium Technician

Fisheries Conservation

Market Research Analyst

Aquatic Biologist

Medical Illustrator

Barrier Beach Mgr

Food Scientist-Tech

Medical Laboratory Tech

Bio-Engineer

Forester

Medical Librarian

Bio-Technologist

Genetic Eng. Research

Medical Technologist

Biochemist

Geographer

Meteorologist

Biometrician

Health Officer

Microbiologist

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Abingdon Primary Care - Holston Medical Group

First Assist Urgent Care Abingdon - MSHA

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services

Holston Medical Group

Pro1 Therapy Services

Department of Game and Inland Fisheries

Twin County Regional Health Care

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic

Accel Physical Therapy

Mountain States Health Alliance/Rehabilitation

Valley Health Care

American Chestnut Foundation

Lee Highway Animal Hospital

Abingdon Health and Rehab

Michael D. Doty, DDS, PC

William M. Handy, MD PC

Emory & Henry College Physical Therapy Program

Lutz Family Dentistry

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems
Business Administration- Management and Accounting

Business Administration-Accounting is designed to prepare students for a career or graduate work in accounting, and to help qualify them to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Business Administration-International Studies and Business is designed to provide students with a professional education and an understanding of the political, economic, and cultural complexities in the world. To prepare students for careers in business, journalism, diplomacy, international law, or public policy.

Business Administration-Management is designed to give students a broadly-based background in business administration leading to employment or graduate study.

Examples of Careers:
Account Executive

Government Services Admin.

Media Planner

Bank Manager

Health Services/Hospital Admin

Mortgage Loan Officer

Benefits Manager

Hotel Manager

Occupational Analyst

Branch Mgmt-Any Industry

Human Resource Manager

Operations Manager

Budget Officer

Industrial Relations Director

Outside Property Agent

Commodity - Industry Analyst

Information Systems Manager

Payroll Officer

Communications Officer

Insurance Agent

Personnel Manager

Actuary

Fund Raiser

Administrator

Commodities Trader

Industrial/Institutional Buyer

Bookkeeper

Industrial Buyer

International Trade Specialist

Business Teacher

Assistant Controller

IRM Consultant

Commodities Trader

Computer Programmer

Management Accountant

Contract Administrator

International Account Executive

International Job Analyst

International Consultant

International Purchasing Agent

International Travel Agent

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Abingdon Fitness

Adventure Damascus, Inc.

Ameriprise Financial

Arrington, Schelin, & Herrell, P.C.

Big Stone Gap Parks and Recreation

Bristol Regional Speech and Hearing

Brown Edwards & Company, LLP

BurWil Construction Company

C H Cattle Company

Capstone Consultants

City of Galax

Elkton Area United Services

Emory & Henry College Business & Finance Office

Emory & Henry College Football Program

Emory & Henry College, Library & Info. Tech. Serv.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

First United Methodist Church of Waynesville

Food City

Full Circle Marketing

Imperial Investments

Johnston Memorial Hospital

Johnston Memorial/Mountain States Health Alliance

Keen Proffitt and Co.

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. d/b/a Food City

Lawson and Hatch Financial Services

Lawson Hatch Financial Services

Lowe’s

McDowell County, NC Government

Mel Leaman Free Clinic

Social Security Administration

Sodexo

Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing

Suttle and Stalnaker, PLLC

The Peanut Man

United Way of Southwest Virginia

Virginia Highlands Small Business Incubator

Virginia Management, Inc.

Volvo Group Trucks Operations Americas - New River

W.L. Construction & Paving Inc.

Washington Co. Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office

Washington County, VA
Chemistry

Chemistry (B.A.) is designed to prepare students for work as chemists in industry or as teachers.

Chemistry (B.S.) is designed to prepare students for graduate study related to chemistry or the health/medical professions and also for employment in various areas of chemistry.

Examples of Careers:
Agricultural Scientist

Occupational Safety Spec.

Environmental Health Spec.

Biochemist

Fire Protection Engineer

Pharmaceutical Sales Rep

Brewer Lab Assistant

Food Scientist Technician

Physician

Cephalometric Analyst

Forensic Chemist

Chemical Oceanographer

Genetic Counselor

Plastics Engineer

Chemistry Technologist

High School Teacher

Product Tester

College Professor

Crime Lab Analyst

Soil Scientist

Veterinarian

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Carter’s Pharmacy

Food City Pharmacy

Harvest Table Farm

Marion Family Pharmacy

VA Dept. of Agriculture - Wytheville Regional Lab

Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute
Civic Innovation

Civic Innovation is designed to provide an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of public life and issues, including the dynamic interplay of the natural environment, the built environment, and human culture and history in places and the role of that interplay in developing innovative solutions to civic issues and problems.

Examples of Careers:
Case Manager
Community Health Educator
Community Outreach Coordinator
Community Organizer
Community Services Director

Director of Volunteers

Fundraiser
Grant Writer
Grassroots Organizer

Youth Educator
Youth and Family Counselor
Youth Outreach Coordinator
Youth Program Specialist

Social Services Coordinator
Support Services Supervisor
Teen Outreach Coordinator

Program Evaluator
Program/Events Coordinator
Program Resource Coordinator
Program Specialist
Protective Services Worker
Public Information Specialist

Where E&H students have been interns:
Appalachian Ctr. For Civic Life

Birthplace of Country Music Museum

Sodexo (Emory & Henry College)

Woodlawn Foundation
Economics

Economics is designed to give a broad background in economic theory and policy, preparing students to better understand human behavior and the events which shape their lives; to prepare students for graduate study in economics, law, and public policy, and for work in government and industry.

Examples of Careers:
Actuary

Demographer

Institutional Research Director

Auditor

Economist

Insurance Salesperson

Bank Officer

Efficiency Expert

Intelligence Agent

Bond Trader

Entrepreneur

International Trade Specialist

Business Forecaster

Estate Planner

Journalist

Business Manager

Financial Economist

Labor Economist

Chamber of Commerce Analyst

Financial Officer

Labor Relations Specialist

Commodities Trader

Financial Planner/Analyst

Lawyer

Commodity-Industry Analyst

Financial Reporter

Litigation Analyst

Compensation/Benefits Admin

Government Administrator

Management Consultant/Analyst

Consultant

Healthcare Administrator

Market Research Analyst

Consumer Affairs Director

Hospitality Manager

Politician

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Alexandria Aces Cal Ripken League Team

C.H. Robinson

Colonial Life

COMPTEL

Feeding America of Southwest Virginia

First Bank of Virginia

Greenville Swamp Rabbits

U.S. Senator Mark Warner

Washington County Industrial Development Authority
Education

Students seeking licensure to teach in elementary or middle school complete a B.A. degree in Interdisciplinary English, Interdisciplinary Mathematics, or Interdisciplinary History and Social Sciences. Students seeking licensure to teach at the secondary level should select the appropriate bachelor’s degree track in the major they wish to pursue. Requirements in Professional Studies constitute the contextual and support area for teacher preparation students. For details about each program, consult the faculty advisors in the Neff Center for Teacher Education.

Examples of Careers:
Adult Education Teacher

Educational Resource

Media Center Specialist

Alumni Relations Coord.

Educational Therapist

Missionary Worker

Athletic Coach

Elementary Teacher

Physical Education Instructor

Athletic Director

Employee Trainer

Preschool Administrator

Child Life Specialist

Financial Aid Counselor

Registrar/Admissions Dir.

Curriculum Specialist

Grant Writer

Training Specialist

Day Care Administrator

Guidance Counselor

Resource Teacher

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English

English - Literature is designed to provide depth and breadth in the study of literature as a foundation for advanced study or for career objectives in literature, teaching, information services, mass communication, theatre, publishing, law, business, theology, and other fields.

English - Literature and Creative Writing is designed to provide depth and breadth in the study of literature; to develop skills in writing creatively; and to prepare students for advanced study in creative writing or for related careers.

Examples of Careers:
Account Executive

Editor, Film/Video

Literary Agent

Actor/Actress

Editor, Magazine

Loan Officer

Administrative Assistant

Editor, News

Lobbyist

Administrator

Editor, Newspaper

Magazine Writer

Advertising Copywriter

Editor, Publications

Management Trainee

Analyst

Editor, Publications

Manuscript Reader

Artist

Editor, Writer

Market Research

Analyst

Editorial Assistant

Marketing Specialist

Attorney

Education & Training

Marketing Writer

Author - Fiction Non-Fiction

Educational Program Specialist

Mass Media

Assistant Scientific Writer

Entertainment Agent

Media Planner

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Coburn Creative

The Iron Mountain Review

WCYB 5 - Appalachian Broadcasting

William King Museum of Art
Equine Studies

Equine Studies is a nationally-recognized program that specializes in the disciplines of Show Jumping, Equitation, Show Hunters, Dressage and Combined Training. Students earn a bachelor’s degree in Equine Studies through a program designed to produce a well-rounded horseperson with skills in teaching, training and stable management. This program prepares students to enter the horse industry with the knowledge and confidence necessary to perform successfully and professionally.

Examples of Careers:
Equine Veterinarian

Riding Instructor

Farrier

Mounted Police Officer

Broodmare Manager

Stallion Manager

Jockey

Groom

Exercise Rider

Barn Manager

Bloodstock Agent

Equine Dental Technician

Racehorse Trainer

Horse Breeder

This list comes from The Balance.com - Working with Horses

Where E&H students have been interns:
Blackberry Ridge Farm

Fox Hollow Riding Academy

Hawley Farms

MEA Haven Farm

Picturesque Farm

Shades of Bay

Shadow Pond Stables

Stacey Hastings Dressage

Thomas Cherokee Farm

Washington County Veterinary Service

Whippoorwhil Farm
Foreign Languages

Foreign Languages is designed to provide students an interdisciplinary framework in the study of French or Spanish.

Examples of Careers:
FBI Agent

Investment Analyst

Advertising Manager

Filmmaker

Journalist

Air Traffic Assistant

Lawyer

Archivist

Foreign Diplomat

Library Technician

Art Dealer

Foreign Correspondent

Linguist

Auditor

Foreign Exchange Trader

Foreign Service Officer

Missionary

Bilingual Officers/Clerks/Tellers

Foreign Service Peacekeeper

Multi-Lingual Port Receptionist

Bilingual Educator

Foreign Service Specialist

Museum Curator

Foreign Social Worker

Civil Service Employee

National Security Agent

Human Resources Director

Negotiator

Importer/Exporter

Overseas Personnel Manager

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Department of Foreign Language

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems

Meadowview Elementary
Geography & Environmental Studies

Geography is designed to provide a broad-based background for students planning careers in public service or advanced study in geography.

Geography - Social Sciences is designed to enroll in an interdisciplinary and integrated program of study through a combination of courses.

Environmental Studies - Policy is designed to prepare students for employment or graduate work in policy-related aspects of the environment, so that graduates can contribute to the formulation of public and corporate policies for the restoration and preservation of ecosystems.

Environmental Studies - Science is designed to prepare students for employment or graduate work in science-related aspects of the environment, so that graduates can contribute to the understanding, restoration, and preservation of habitats and ecosystems. To study biology of plants and animals, population biology, geomorphology, aquatic and terrestrial chemistry, atmospheric chemistry, and environmental monitoring.

Examples of Careers:
Aerial Photo Interpreter

Land Developer

Site Researcher

Agricultural Extension Agent

Forestry Technician

Land Economist

Environmental Educator

Environmental Lawyer

Environmental Lobbyist

Soil Conservationist

Air/Water Quality Control Manager

Geographer

Land-Use Analyst

Surveyor

Cartographer

Geographic Area Specialist

Location Expert

Systems Analyst

Cartography Compiler

Geographic Attache’

Map Analyst

Teacher

Climatologist

Geographic Information Systems

Map Curator/Librarian

Traffic Manager

Coastal Zone Manager

Geophysics Assistant

Map Editor

Transportation Analyst

Community Developer

Outdoor Trip Leader

Resource Economist

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Appalachian Sustainable Development

Aquatic Wildlife Conservation Center

Big Ridge State Park

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Ecological Energy Systems

Hapco Aluminum Pole Products

Holston River Soil and Water Conservation District

Mount Rogers Planning District Commission

Natural Resources Conservation Service

Smyth County Government

Town of Abingdon, VA

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Upper Tennessee River Round Table

USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries

Virginia Outdoor Foundation

Wolf Hills Brewing Company
Health and Human Performance

Health and Human Performance is designed to permit persons to choose areas of study related to health and human performance which will support their vocational and/or professional goals.

Human Performance - Sport Management is designed to prepare students for business-related careers in the sport field.

Health and Physical Education is designed to prepare students for careers teaching physical education at the secondary level or combined secondary and elementary levels.

Examples of Careers:
Activities Director

Cruise Recreation Director

Personal Trainer

Adventurer/Risk Trainer

Dance-/Aerobics Instructor

Prison Recreation Specialist

Aquatic Management

Emergency Medical Tech.

Recreation Specialist

Athletic Coach

Exercise Physiology

Rehabilitation Specialist

Athletic Trainer

Health/Fitness Consultant

Sporting Goods Sales

Cardiac Rehabilitation

SPA/Health Club Manager

Social Director

Cardiovascular Fitness Instructor

PE/Sport/Research Instructor

Strength-Conditioning Coach

Community Recreation

Occupational Exercise

Swimming Pool Manager

Corporate Fitness Instructor

Park Manager

Teacher; Physical Education

Country Club manger

Occupational Therapy Asst.

Physical Therapist

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Where E&H students have been interns:
All Star Baseball Academy

Alleghany Parks and Recreation

Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University Athletics

Athletics Department

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Clinch Valley

Bristol Pirates

Charlotte Hornets

East Burke High School

East Burke Youth Basketball Association

Emory & Henry Athletics

Emory & Henry College

Emory & Henry College Athletic Department

Emory & Henry College Athletics-Sport Management

Emory & Henry College Baseball Team

Emory & Henry College Basketball

Highlands Soccer Club

Holston High School

Kidz@Play

Longwood University Athletics

Mency Spinal Institute

Mountain States Rehabilitation

Muncy Spinal Institute LLC

Norfolk Recreation, Parks, and Open Space

Office for the Senator of Virginia Mark Warner

Parties Picnics & Promotions

Patrick Henry High School

Pleasant View UMC

Potomac Nationals

Richmond Flying Squirrels

River’s Way, Inc.

Salem Red Sox

Sports Challenge Academy

Tennessee High School Boy’s Soccer

University of North Carolina - Charlotte - Athletic Department

US National Whitewater Center

Velocity Sports Performance

Virginia Tech Athletics

Virginia Tech Athletics Department

Washington County

Washington County Virginia Recreation Department

Winston-Salem Stealers Girls Basketball Program

Wytheville Community Center
History

History is designed to provide students with an integrated path of study that includes surveys of various historical regions and periods, the techniques of historical research and writing, and practical and professional experience. To prepare students for advanced study or careers in archival work, historical preservation, government service, international studies, library work, law, and teaching.

Examples of Careers:

Anthropologist

FBI / CIA Agent

Journalist

Archeologist

Foreign News Corresp.

Lawyer

Archivist

Foreign Service Officer

Lecturer

Biographer

Genealogist

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Clergy

Government Official

Librarian

Community Relations Dir.

Historian

Lobbyist

Congressional Aide

Historic Preservationist

Market Research Analyst

Consumer Advocate

Historic Site Tour Guide

Media Consultant

Counselor

Historical Society Staff

Museum Curator

Criminologist

Indicter

Museum Tech. & Specialist

Demographer

Insurance Agent / Broker

Park Ranger

Economist

Intelligence Analyst

Peace Corps / Vista Worker

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Where E&H students have been interns:
App. Center for Civic Life

Wilderness Museum

Appalachian Center for Civic Life

Bluff Point Law

Buchanan County Public Library

Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

Emory & Henry College Archives

Emory & Henry College History Department

Emory & Henry College Kelly Library

Smyth Co. Clerk’s Office

The National D-Day Memorial

The Saltville Foundation/Museum of Middle Appalachians

The State Museum of Pennsylvania

Washington County Public Library

Washington County, VA Circuit Court

William King Museum of Art
International and Area Studies

International and Area Studies-Asian Studies is designed to promote understanding of the varieties of civilizations representative of Asia, including the political, economic, and security dimensions, with special attention to Japan, China, the Koreas, and India.

International and Area Studies-European Studies is designed to provide exposure to the contemporary patterns of politics, economics, international relations, law, culture, society, and the historical development of the new and enlarged Europe.

International and Area Studies - Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies is designed to study Islam as a religion and as a civilization, as well as the Middle East, a region at the center of world attention.

Examples of Careers:
Foreign Service Official / Diplomat

Foreign Area Specialist

International Relations Specialist

Activities Coordinator

Translator

Intelligence Agent

Affirmative Action Officer

ESL Instructor

Program Coordinator

Fund raiser

Foreign Language Teacher

Teacher / Professor

Humanitarian Relief Worker

Foreign Correspondent

Journalist

Researcher

Translator

Editor

Tour Guide

Export Manager

International Banker

Cross-Cultural Relations Consultant

Sales Coordinator

PR Representative

International Hotel Manager

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Mass Communications

Mass Communications is designed to provide liberal arts students a thorough foundation in the theories and applications of mass communications and an understanding of the function of communication in society. To develop broad-based skills and understanding which will prepare students for a wide variety of careers or for advanced study in communication, business, government, or law.

Examples of Careers:
Account Executive

Hospitality Manager

Paralegal

Advertising Manager

Hotel Manager

Personnel Specialist

Association Administrator

Human Resources Adm.

Presenter

Bank Officer

Industrial & Labor Relations Specialist

Print Production Coordinator

Claims Adjuster/Examiner

Insurance Agent/Broker

Promotions Manager

Consumer Affairs Specialist

Lawyer

Public Information Officer

Corporate Communications Director

Legal Assistant

Public Relations Specialist

Actor

Government Relations

Photojournalist

Advertising Account Executive

Graphic Artist

Producer- TV, Film, Theatre

Advertising Copywriter

Greeting Card Writer

Production Assistant

Broadcast Advertising Sales

Lighting Technician

Proofreader

Communications Lawyer

Market Research

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Where E&H students have been interns:
Abingdon Convention and Visitors Bureau

Academy of Country Music

Asheboro Copperheads

Barter Theatre

Berry Home Centers

BH Media d/b/a Smyth County News & Messenger

Bristol Chamber of Commerce

Bristol Herald Courier

Bristol Motor Speedway

Citizens Telephone Cooperative

Community Newspapers of Southwest Virginia

Computech, Inc.

Congressman Griffith’s Office

Cumulus Media

Downtown Knoxville

FM 94

Fox 8 News

Fusion Network

George Washington University School of Law

Henderson School of Music

Herff Jones

Holston Valley Broadcasting Corporation

Image Express

International Christian Concern

Johnston Memorial Hospital

National Harbor Peterson Companies

National Presbyterian Church

NT Concepts

Petersburg Progress Index

Piedmont Broadcasting Corporation

Pro Strength and Speed Youth Health Initiative

R2D Music Entertainment/Stache Media

re:imagine/ATL

Salem Red Sox

Saltville Progress

Senior Services Center, Inc.

Smyth County News Messenger (Media General)

Southwest Virginia Cultural Heritage Foundation

Sport Radio 680 The Fan - Dickey Broadcasting Co.

Stanton Pace

TECO Broadcasting, Inc.

The Corporate Image

The Olde Farm

The Town of Marion

The Weekly Standard

Tokyobeta

Washington County Public Library

Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts

WCYB-TV

WEMV FM 94 93.9-Holston Valley Broadcasting

West Rock Corporation

WFXR

WHNT-TV

William King Museum of Art

WJHL

WKPT-TV

WTVR

WXBQ
Mathematics

Mathematics is designed to offer a broad foundation in theoretical and applied mathematics. To provide the necessary preparation for teaching, graduate study, or related work in a number of vocational fields.

Examples of Careers:
Accountant

Contract Administrator

Information Scientist

Actuary

Cost Estimator/Analyst

Inventory Control Spec.

Aerospace Engineer

Cryptographer/Cryptologist

Investment Banker

Air Traffic Controller

Data Control Administrator

ISO 2000 Specialist

Applications Programmer

Data Processing Manager

Market Research Analyst

Applied Science Technologist

Database Manager

Mathematician

Artificial Intelligence

Demographer

Media Buyer

Astronomer

Econometrician

Meteorologist

Banking/Credit/Invest. Mgr

Economist

Mortgage Researcher

Biometrician/ Biostatistician

EDP Auditor

Network Programmer

Commodity Manager

Employee Relations

Numerical Analyst

Compensation/Benefits Adm

Engineer

Operations Research Analyst

Computer Consultant

Engineering Lab Technician

Physicist

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Music

Music is designed to provide the basis for a lifetime of engagement with music and/or for a professional vocation in music. Also appropriate for those wishing to continue with musicological or theoretical studies in graduate school.

Music - Performance is designed to develop individual potentials in musicianship, technique, artistry, self-expression, and critical thinking through academic and applied music study focusing on the instrumental, piano, or vocal repertoire. To provide a broad liberal arts foundation and opportunities for career preparation in a variety of performance-related areas.

Examples of Careers:
Architectural Acoustic Monitor

Editor

Music Software Programmer

Armed Forces Band Member

Engineer/Mixer

Music Store Manager

Artist & Repertoire (A&R)

Film Music Editor

Music Stringer

Arts Administrator/Manager

Instrument Service Specialist

Music Teacher

Church Music Director

Journalist

Music Therapist

Community Development

Manufacturers Representative

Musician

Composer/Arranger

Music Attorney

Orchestra Librarian

Conductor

Music Copyist

Piano Tuner

Copyright Specialist

Music Critic

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Philosophy

Philosophy is designed to engage students in critical and reflective inquiry; to prepare students for graduate study or for a number of vocational fields.

Examples of Careers:
Administrative Assistant

Consultant

Lawyer

Announcer

Counselor

Lobbyist

Arts Consultant

Credit Analyst

Management Analyst

Assistant Buyer

Critic

Management Trainee

Associate Pastor

Customer Service Rep

Marketing Research Analyst

Author

Denominational Executive

Minister/Youth Minister

Business Administrator

Diplomat

Minister of Music

Campus Religious Coordin.

Director of Religious Education

Missionary

Campus Minister

Editorial Assistant

Newswriter

Chaplain

Employment Interviewer

Nursing Home Director

Church Building Engineer

Financial Consultant

Paralegal

Church Camp Director

Fund-raiser

Pastor

Church Secretary

Guidance Counselor

Priest

Claims Adjuster

Hospital Administrator

Producer/Director

Clergy

Insurance Underwriter

Professor

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Philosophy, Political Science, and Economics

Philosophy, Political Science, and Economics is designed to provide students with an integrated approach to examinations of social and political life by encouraging broad, integrated education in three distinct but related disciplines; to enhance preparation for careers in public policy and public service, consulting, political and economic journalism, law, and international affairs.
Physics

Physics (B.A.) is designed to provide background in basic physics, emphasizing laboratory skills and knowledge which students will need in industrial or government employment or a science teaching career; to stress applications of analytical software and mathematical techniques.

Physics (B.S.) is designed to provide background in basic physics preparing students for entry into graduate school or engineering programs; to stress applications of analytical software and mathematical techniques.

Examples of Careers:
Acoustics Physicist

Geodesist

National Laboratory Research

Aerodynamist

Geophysicist

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

Aerospace Testing

High-Tech Designer

Nuclear Physicist

Astronomer

Hydrologist

Nuclear Power Plant Mgr

Astrophysicist

Industrial Hygienist

Medical Devices Designer

Atomic Physicist

Laboratory Technician

Physicist

Biophysicist

Lawyer, Technology Specialty

Physics Researcher

Cardiac Imaging Researcher

Mathematician

Physiognomist

Chemical Physicist

Teacher

Plasma Physicist

Computer Specialist

Medical Physicist

Process Engineer

Computer System Engineer

Medical Products Designer

Radiological Laboratory Director

Engineer

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Where E&H students have been interns:
CNX Gas Company, LLC/Consol Energy

Emory & Henry College Facilities Department

Sodexo
Politics, Law and International Relations

Politics, Law and International Relations - Politics is designed to give students an understanding of the full spectrum of political science and political activity, with a focus on the four traditional branches of the discipline: American, comparative, international, and political theory. To prepare students for graduate study in political science; entry into careers related to public service, government, international affairs, business abroad, or public administration; or teaching civics, American government, or foreign affairs at the secondary level.

Politics, Law and International Relations - Law and Politics is designed to provide students with an integrative approach to the study of law as a part of liberal education; to introduce fundamental notions of the nature of law, its history and development, and principles which underlie its administration and to prepare students for law school and the practice of law.

Examples of Careers:
Management Auditor
Tax Inspector
Researcher
Foreign Service Officer/Specialist
Ambassador
Archivist
Budget Analyst
Historian

Juvenile Justice Specialist
State Chief Purchasing Officer
City Planner
Labor Relations Specialist

Research Analyst
Political Director
Budget Analyst
Program Manager
Lobbyist

Government/Politics Teacher
Curriculum Developer/Supervisor
Researcher
Education Reporter
College Professor

Paralegal
Deputy Secretary to the Governor
Research Consultant
Assistant Chief of Police
Public Interest/Consumer Advocate
Broadcast/Newspaper Reporter
Public Policy Analyst
State Legislator\
Mediator
Judge

For more potential career titles, visit What Can I Do With A Major In maintained by University of North Carolina-Wilmington.

Where E&H students have been interns:
Brandlink Communications

Bristol Circuit Court, 28th Judicial Circuit Court

Bristol Virginia Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

Congressman Phil Roe

House of Delegates 5th District Office

Hutton & Associates, P.C.

Penn Stuart & Eskridge

Senator Mark Warner’s Office

Smyth County Circuit Court

Spivey King & Spivey LLP

Supreme Court of Virginia

Town of Abingdon, VA

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Middle East District

U.S. District Court for the Western District of VA

U.S. House of Representatives

United States Senate

United Way - Virginia Highlands

VA Supreme Court/ Justice Elizabeth McClanahan

Virginia Association of Counties

Virginia Supreme Court

Washington County Virginia Circuit Court

Wythe County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office
Pre-Engineering

The college offers an opportunity to begin an engineering program in a liberal arts setting. This bachelor’s degree program is completed in cooperation with a selected engineering school. Three possible tracks are available: (1) two or three years at Emory & Henry followed by two years at an engineering school, leading to an engineering degree; (2) four years at Emory & Henry followed by one or two years at an engineering school, leading to degrees from both institutions; or (3) for highly qualified students, a three-two program, leading to degrees from both institutions. Most recently, Emory & Henry students have continued their study of engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
Psychology

Psychology (B.A.) is designed to provide a general program for students who wish to study a wide range of psychological topics; to prepare students for possible graduate study or employment in human services.

Psychology (B.S.) is designed to provide a specialized program for students interested in aspects of psychology that relate to the natural sciences.

On November 10, 2020 the Psychology Department hosted an online event to showcase some of their alumni and their current career paths. Visit the recording here to learn more.

Examples of Careers:
Activity Leader

Crisis Intervention Counselor

International Student Advisor

Admissions Evaluator

Customer Service Rep.

Job Developer

Advertising Assistant

Customs/Immigration Officer

Junior Market Analyst

Assist. Account Executive

Employment Agency Counselor

Labor Relations Specialist

Community and Social Service Worker

Food and Beverage Assistant Manager

Market Research Analyst

Case Worker

Health Club Assist. Mgr.

Marketing/Sales Manager

Community Relations Rep

Hospice Coordinator

Art Therapist

Counselor: School

Job Developer

Child Psychologist

Counselor: Vocational

Junior Market Analyst

College Student Affairs

Creative Director

Labor Relations Specialist

Career Planning Prof.

Human Resources Adm.

Market Research Analyst

For more potential career titles, visit What Can I Do With A Major In maintained by University of North Carolina-Wilmington.

Where E&H students have been interns:
28th District Court Service Unit

Abingdon Elementary School

Abingdon Health and Rehab Center

Bristol Regional Outpatient Rehabilitation

CASA of 28th Judicial District

Cherokee Health Systems

Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol/Washington County

Cornerstone Balance and Therapy

Cornerstone Rehab Services at Abingdon Rehab Serv.

Counseling Assoc. of Abingdon / Finneys Inc.

Department of Juvenile Justice

Department of Social Services

Dept. of Juvenile Justice, 13th Court Service Unit

Discovery School of VA for Girls

E. B. Stanley Middle School

Family Preservation Services

Finneys Incorporated

Highlands Center for Behavioral Health

Highlands Community Services

Highlands Community Services/Children’s Advocacy

Highlands Community Services-Interchange Program

Johnston Memorial Hospital

KEI - Study Abroad Internship Component

LG Tax Service, Inc.

Martinsville Center for Pediatric Therapies

Mount Rogers Community Services Board

Mount Rogers CSB - Youth & Family

Pulaski Health and Rehabilitation Center

Seacoast Youth Academy

Signature Healthcare

Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute

Stafford Therapy Center/Fredericksburg Therapy Ctr

Summer Discovery Program

Valley Health Care Center

Washington County Department of Social Services

Washington County Public Schools
Religion

Religion is designed to investigate religious thought and action within a balanced context of approaches, utilizing biblical, theological, literary, and historical insights.

Examples of Careers:
Administrative Assistant

Consultant

Lawyer

Announcer

Counselor

Lobbyist

Arts Consultant

Credit Analyst

Management Analyst

Assistant Buyer

Critic

Management Trainee

Associate Pastor

Customer Service Rep

Marketing Research Analyst

Author

Denominational Executive

Minister/Youth Minister

Business Administrator

Diplomat

Minister of Music

Campus Religious Coordin.

Director of Religious Education

Missionary

Campus Minister

Editorial Assistant

Newswriter

Chaplain

Employment Interviewer

Nursing Home Director

Church Building Engineer

Financial Consultant

Paralegal

Church Camp Director

Fund-raiser

Pastor

Church Secretary

Guidance Counselor

Priest

Claims Adjuster

Hospital Administrator

Producer/Director

Clergy

Insurance Underwriter

Professor

For more potential career titles, visit What Can I Do With A Major In maintained by University of North Carolina-Wilmington.

Where E&H students have been interns:
Appalachian Sustainable Development

Johnson City District of the United Methodist Church

Preaching Christ Church

Defining Moments

Office of Spiritual Life
Sociology

Sociology is designed to introduce students to the theoretical and empirical foundations of sociology and develop their skills in critical evaluation, data collection, and data analysis in order to prepare them for careers in business, policy analysis, program evaluation, or human services as well as for continued study of sociology in graduate programs across the country.

Sociology-Crime and Society is designed to provide students with coursework and practical experience in preparation for graduate study in criminology and/or careers in law enforcement, victim advocacy, and related fields.

Examples of Careers:
Admissions Counselor

Data Analyst

Mental Health Worker

Adoption Agent

Day Care Worker

News Correspondent

Advertising Assistant

Delinquency Counselor

Parole/Probation Officer

Aging Specialist

Family Guidance Clinic

Peace Corps/VISTA

Alcohol/ Drug Case Worker

Foster Care Worker

Personnel Interviewer

Case Aid Worker

Fund-Raiser

Personnel Specialist

Child Welfare Officer

Human Resources

Career Services Counselor

City Planner

Clergy

Researcher

Social Scientist

Trainer

Resident Assistant

Rehabilitation Counselor

Recreation Director

School Counselor

Social Worker

Urban Planner

Marriage and Family Therapist

Medical Social Worker

Veterans Affairs Specialist

For more potential career titles, visit What Can I Do With A Major In maintained by University of North Carolina-Wilmington.

Where E&H students have been interns:
Sundog Outfitter

Abingdon Police Department

Highlands Detention Alternative Program

Albermarle County Victim/Witness Assistance

Head Start (People Incorporated)

Abusive Alternatives, Inc.

Sea Haven, Inc.

Care South

Bristol Department of Social Services

Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheriesp

People Incorporated

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Armed Forces Services Corporation

Family Preservation Services

E&H Cares

Zero to Three Safe Babies Court Teams

U.S. Marshals Service

United States Postal Inspection Service

Freedom School Program

Nolfolk Police Department

Washington County Department of Social Services

Department of Corrections

The Boys and Girls Club of America

25th Prosecutorial District

OVW –Emory & Henry College Campus Program
Theatre

Theatre (B.A.) is designed to provide the basis for a lifetime appreciation of the theatre and/or for a professional or educational vocation in the theatre.

Theatre (B.F.A.) is designed for students who wish to pursue the pre-professional degree.

Examples of Careers:
Acting Coach

Costumer

Media Planner

Actor

Critic

Media Salesperson

Actress

Customer Service Manager

Mediator

Admissions Director

Development/Fund Raiser

Mime

Advertising/Marketing

Director

Model

Agent

Drama Coach

Movie Theater Manager

Amusement Park Entertainer

Equipment Operator

Narrator

Animal-Talent Coordinator

Facilities Manager

Negotiator/Mediator

Announcer

Foreign Correspondent

Paralegal

Art Director

Health Educator

Playwright

Booking Manager

Human Resource Specialist

Producer

Broadcast Journalist

Impersonator

Program Assistant

Business Manager

Instructor, Theater Arts

Prop Manager

For more potential career titles, visit What Can I Do With A Major In maintained by University of North Carolina-Wilmington.

Where E&H students have been interns:
Barter Theatre

The van Vlissingen Center for Career & Professional Development

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