English Department
You love to read. You love to write. But you’re ready for more. You want to read closely and critically. You want to write as a scholar and as an artist. You want to ask unique questions and learn how to find compelling answers. You want to make a positive impact on the world. The LMU English Department inspires you to do all that and more.
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Check out our scheduled programming and special events
Learn about Bader Al-Awadhi '21, a Sonny Mehta Poetry Fellow at the Iowa Writers' Workshop
Prof. Julia Lee Ignites human connection through her teaching, writing, and scholarship.
In Memoriam: Frances Gussenhoven, R.S.H.M., '52, M.A. '61
We will remember her excellent Chaucerian scholarship, her years of teaching of dramatic literature, and her dedication to the English Department and its students.
New '4+1' MA Program
Top-level students thriving in the English major are encouraged to consider this program, which allows students to earn two degrees in five years instead of six and skip
Scholarship Opportunities
We offer scholarship opportunities for English majors and minors. Pictured here is Jaz Galvez '25, the 23-24 recipient of the Georgianna Atol Endowed Scholarship.
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