Undergraduate Studies

We urge you to get to know the English website so that you can make use of all the resources here. First-time visitors will want to explore the undergraduate web pages and become familiar with Degree Requirements, English Major FAQ and Get Involved, which lists special Department of English opportunities inside and outside the classroom. Classroom Procedures and Policies (PDF) contains essential information for those taking Department of English classes. Check out What’s New regularly for information about undergraduate class offerings, events, scholarship opportunities, and career connections. English majors share their own choices and experiences in Student Stories.

Prospective University of Minnesota students considering English studies will also find invaluable information at a site especially for College of Liberal Arts Future Students.

What's New

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Dislocate Magazine Design Contest

dislocate literary journal, run by Creative Writing Program graduate students at the University of Minnesota, is holding a contest for a graphic design intern. The winner receives $250 and the chance to layout issue 8 of dislocate. Any undergraduate or graduate student attending the U is welcome to apply, as long as s/he is proficient with InDesign software. Interested students should send examples of design work, including links to online portfolios, to dislocate.magazine@gmail.com with the subject line "Graphic Design Internship." Show us what you've got!
01/24/12
New English@Minnesota

"As the holiday season approaches and the Twin Cities strings up its lights," notes Professor and Chair Ellen Messer-Davidow, "English has plenty of dazzle to contribute to the festivities." For news about faculty, student, and alumnae/i accomplishments and awards, check out the winter 2011 alumni magazine, English@Minnesota. Professors Nabil Matar, Maria Damon, and Peter Campion are featured, along with lots more!
12/08/11
Writer's Block with Guante Nov 15

The Writer's Block Workshop Series, sponsored by FUSE and Voices Merging, presents Guante, hip hop artist, two-time National Poetry Slam champion, social justice activist and educator. Eat a free dinner and get writing advice and exercises on Tuesday, November 15 from 5:30-7:30 pm in Coffman 324.
11/14/11