The English Department is a community of teachers, scholars, and students who work together towards a better understanding of the English language in all its forms, from medieval manuscripts to digital documents.  As students both create and analyze different kinds of texts, they learn how to think deeply, write clearly, communicate effectively, and collaborate productively. Our classes thus prepare students to thrive in a complex and rapidly changing world, helping them to develop durable skills that support a variety of career paths.

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Digital Writing and Publication Certificate

Digital Writing and Publication is an 18-credit certificate designed to involve students in the worlds of creative writing, technical communication, and journalism. Students in the program take courses from all three disciplines in order to develop and refine their skills in language and presentation.

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The Department of English, the largest humanities unit in the university, is a diverse community of teachers, scholars, and students, who work together towards a better understanding of the English language and its manifestation in literature, writing, culture, and the workplace. Despite the size of the department, our classes are small, offering individualized attention that helps students succeed and opens doors to both undergraduate research opportunities, and ultimately to careers that matter.