Spotlights
Entries
Professor Rozema publishes first issue of journal highlighting autistic culture
Professor Rozema publishes journal highlighting autistic culture
MA English Student Awarded Prize at WIU Research Conference
Master Arts in English student Ashley Quinn awarded prize at WIU Research Conference.
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.
Three Studies Abroad
The English Department offers three opportunities for studying abroad, including two for elementary and secondary English education students.
Success Stories
English majors graduate from our program with a wide range of marketable skills. They work in education, in business, in entertainment, and in the non-profit sector.