Nov 5th, 2026

The WKU English Department will celebrate the 10 finalists of the 30th annual Mary Ellen and Jim Wayne Miller Celebration of Writing on Thursday, November 19th, 2026, from 6-8 pm at the Western Kentucky University Alumni Center.

Oct 19th, 2026

On Wednesday, October 28th, Dr. Jessi Thomsen will present her research at the annual Genderations Lecture.

May 12th, 2026

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Apr 22nd, 2026

Apr 22nd, 2026

WKU English is proud to showcase Dr. Dawn Winters who has had a co-authored article: “Strengthening Faculty Retention and Belonging: Applying and Expanding Job Embeddedness Theory through an Onboarding Initiative in Higher Education.”

Apr 14th, 2026

In February, Dr. Jane Fife was recognized with the PCAL Faculty Award for Service!

Apr 10th, 2026

Congratulations to our associate professor Dr. Gillian Knoll for receiving the AY 27 Traditions Professorships award!

Apr 8th, 2026

First Things First: Your Story, Your Words is an event that allows those who have experienced any and all types of sexual violence to share their story. The event takes place on April 15, during Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Month.

Apr 7th, 2026

Emma Childress, a second-year first-generation college student studying English and Environmental, Sustainability, and Geographic Studies, has been selected for the Fulbright UK Summer Institutes....