Welcome to the English Department

One of the premier programs in literary and rhetorical studies in the southwest, the Department of English offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

With twenty-six outstanding full-time faculty, including three endowed positions, the department is dedicated to fostering excellence in all areas of teaching, research, and service.

As more people turn from the printed page to the computer screen, the study of English is more vital than ever. We teach students how to read and write effectively in a world of constant messages and messaging. At all levels students gain invaluable experience deciphering texts and producing their own.

We are dedicated to providing our students with such skills as knowing how to

  • communicate clearly
  • read and analyze documents carefully
  • research issues and subjects
  • formulate an opinion or argument
  • understand the assumptions embedded in texts
  • write persuasively

This website introduces our programs and people, but if you have questions, please contact us or stop by the English Office at Reed Hall 314.


COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Spring 2010 (PDF)
Revised 11/16/09



LITERARY LONDON
(taught by Dr. Karen Steele, July 5–August 5, 2010) will explore the historical and literary dimensions of British culture through an intensive study of the great city of London from 1800-1950.


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Literary London

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Announcements

Last updated: November 16, 2009
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Enter your work for the Creative Writing Contests, due by Friday 11/14. Over 20 categories—each has a cash prize!

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Dr. Beverly Moss (The Ohio State University) will deliver a presentation on Thursday, 12/3 at 7 pm, Dee J. Kelly Alumni Center (Justin Boardroom).

It's not too late to contribute your work to The National Gallery of Writing, a virtual space where people who perhaps have never thought of themselves as writers can post one thing they have written that is important to them. The Gallery debuted on 10/20 but will remain open until Summer 2010.

 

 
         

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