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Professor Alvarez presents at conference, publishes book chapter

Professor David Alvarez presented at the Mediterranean Studies Association conference this past summer. He had a book chapter recently published

Mourning Professor Emeritus Walter Foote

The English Department mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Walter Foote.

Professor Alvarez publishes translation of Moroccan travelogue

Professor Alvarez publishes translation of Moroccan travelogue

Professor Rozema publishes first issue of journal highlighting autistic culture

Professor Rozema publishes journal highlighting autistic culture

Professor Brown Wins Pineapple Award

Professor Brown Wins Pineapple Award

Professor Masko wins CLAS Award

Professor Masko wins CLAS Award

How an English Degree Can Make You a Desirable Hire

Everyone knows English majors can't get jobs. Except the employers who hire them. College kids - and their parents - think a humanities degree is useless. But businesses want students who can write and think critically.

Capstone in 360

Select presentations from our Winter 2018 Capstone Conference were recorded in 360 degrees and can be viewed on our capstone page.

Our Mission

The English Department strengthens the liberal education of students by developing a deepened understanding of language and literacy, the value of critical reading and effective writing, and the richness of literature, past and present.

Oldenburg Writing Contest

It's that time of year! Round up your best writing and apply for the annual Oldenburg Writing Contest.



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