In the News Archive
Interested in what's happening in the English Department? Our news archive showcases notable accomplishments by students, alumni, and faculty, including research, publications, scholarships, events, new faculty hires, and other exciting news.
2019
Discover How WCU English Majors Have Used Their Degrees
See What's New with Poetry by the Sea
2018
- English Major Alex Liska Reflects on His EAPSU Conference 2018 Experience
- English Professor Cherise Pollard Gives Craft Talk on Her Debut Poetry Collection
- Junior English Major Lisa Patrick Wins SURI Prize for Translation Work
2017
- English Professor Kim Bridgford Interviewed by America Magazine about Her Life in Poetry
- Poetry by the Sea Celebrates Third Successful Year and Looks to a Bright Future
- Linguistics Program Hosts Poetics and Linguistics Association (PALA) Conference 2017
2016
- English Students Present Their Work at Research Day 2016
- Inaugural English Department Book Club
- English Senior Allison Velez Wins 2016 CAS Outstanding Student Award
- Launch of New Online Poetry Journal, 823 on High
2015
- Creative Writing Reading Series Launches 2015-16 Season
- English Department Welcomes New Faculty
- Former Creative Writing & Journalism Minor Wins Emmys for PBS Documentary
- English Senior Angira Pettit-Pickens wins 2015 CAS Outstanding Student Award
- English Department Bids Farewell to Two Retiring Professors
- English Senior Tarik Williams Crowned “Mr. WCU” and Featured on CBS-3
2014
- $1.49 Mil Gift Benefits WCU English & Music Students
- Schugars' Research on E-Reading Featured in New York Times