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English Program Faculty Publications: Interview with Alma Rosa Alvarez and Ed Battistella
/in EnglishEnglilsh Program Faculty Feature
In this three-way style interview, professors Alma Rosa Alvarez and Ed Battistella talk about their recent publications and writing process.
Nicolle Aleman ’01, Director of Marketing
/in EnglishWhat Can You Do with an English Major?
The English major at Â鶹´«Ã½ offers a well-rounded undergraduate education, launching students to a variety of fulfilling careers. This featured series will explore the many career paths an English major can take after completing their degree at Â鶹´«Ã½.
Students’ scholarship recognized by the National Symposium
/in English, FeaturedEnglish Major Spotlight
The English program at Â鶹´«Ã½ would like to recognize the outstanding scholarship of three English majors: Michael Surgeon, MeKenzie Brock, and Taylor Madden. All three students recently submitted papers to the prestigious Johns Hopkins University Richard Macksey Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Jordy Rosenberg Speaks for Transgender Studies Certificate
/in Featured, GSWSDr. Jordy Rosenberg is a professor at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. His first novel, Confessions of the Fox, features a trans protagonist in the 18th century who must balance his revelations of gender, desire, and liberation.
A Lasting Impression: How Young Writers are Inspiring English Majors
/in English, FeaturedEnglish Major Spotlight
The Scholastic Art and Writing awards have left a lasting impression on English majors at Â鶹´«Ã½. Since 2016, the scholastic juror position has quickly been filled by English majors who are eager to read and judge the works of young writers across America.
Michael Kerr ’09, Writer for ChargePoint
/in English, FeaturedCatching Up with Alumni
Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni, Michael Kerr, graduated Summa Cum Laude Laude with a degree in English and Writing from Â鶹´«Ã½ in 2009. After graduation, Kerr ventured into the writing world and has written for dozens of publications including VentureBeat, Portland Business Journal, Forbes, and the Financial Times.
EMDA 10th Anniversary Alumni Spotlight: Tyler Jasper
/in EMDA, FeaturedI was late to the party! I didn’t decide to pursue an EMDA minor until my final year at Â鶹´«Ã½, but I’m so glad I did. The instructors helped me learn interactive media skills that mesh well with my Business degree. After I graduated and landed a job, my manager even told me I was chosen based on my experience with interactive media.
Reading Black Screenwriters: Â鶹´«Ã½ Screenwriting Course Creates Safe Space
/in Digital Cinema, FeaturedIn the wake of a year of national protest grounded in issues of equity and diversity, the Digital Cinema faculty at Â鶹´«Ã½ took an opportunity to quickly respond to current events and launch an innovative course on Black screenwriting in Fall 2020.
New Year, New Opportunities
/in EnglishThere are lots of exciting ways for English majors at Â鶹´«Ã½ to get involved in the community. What better way to start off the new year by applying for an internship! The English Program has an extensive list of internship and volunteer opportunities that cater to students’ interests and offer students valuable ways to put their English major to good use.
From Oregon to Ghana and Back: Erik Palmer’s 2019–20 year in West Africa
/in Communication, FeaturedJust where was Erik Palmer last year? Instead of his usual gig serving as the Communication Program’s chair and teaching courses such as Strategic Social Media, Creative Industries and Design Thinking, Dr. Palmer completed a sabbatical year in Ghana, supported by a Fulbright award from the U.S. State Department.