Welcome to the WKU Department of English!

Why English?

 

You have a passion for English, whether it's reading, writing, or teaching. Now learn why you should study it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miKaO3IAznQ&t=1s

Alumni Survey

The English Department would love to hear how English has helped alumni in their lives and careers! Fill out our alumni survey to share your story.

Internships

The WKU English Department hosts a thriving internship program for our students. Read about the application process and about current placements here!

English Department News and Events

WKU English Department Hosts Alumni Homecoming Gathering

Nov 12th, 2019

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Professor Trish Jaggers publishes new poetry collection

Nov 8th, 2019

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Dr. Tom Hunley publishes second edition of The Poetry Gymnasium

Nov 4th, 2019

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Featured Profiles

Student Profile

 Meet William Williford!

Faculty Profile

Meet Dr. Jane Fife!

Alumni Profile

Meet Corey Alderdice!

From Left to Right, Top to Bottom: Dr. Elizabeth Winkler, Professor Rick Thompson, Kimberly Nessler, Mary Johnson, Dr. Alex Poole, Professor Jessica Folk, Dr. Dawn Winters, Dr. Trini Stickle, Professor Megan Miller, Dr. Merrall Price, Dr. Sandra Hughes, Dr. Kelly Reames, Dr. Wes Berry, Dr. Niko Endres, Dr. David Bell, Dr. Alison Langdon, Professor Tim Brotherton, Dr. Angela Jones, Dr. Tom Hunley, Dr. Gillian Knoll, Dr. Cheryl Hopson, Dr. Marla Zubel, Dr. Alison Youngblood, Dr. David LeNoir, Professor Terry Elliott, Dr. Deborah Logan, Dr. John Conley, Dr. Ted Hovet, Professor Marya Turley, Dr. Daniel Liddle, Professor Debra Hays, Professor Felicia Stinson, Dr. Rob Hale, Professor Trish Jaggers, Dr. Jane Fife, Dr. Dawn Hall, Dr. Judith Szerdahelyi, Professor Fabian Alvarez, Dr. Jane Olmsted, Dr. Dale Rigby.