Why study English?
In a world resounding to the continuous drumbeat of “STEM, STEM, STEM,” to study English is to strike out on one's own.
We are a community of students and faculty dedicated to the skillful reading and writing of texts in a variety of genres, both creative and expository. Classes are small and our faculty members pride themselves on the excellence of their classroom instruction and the lasting relationships they make with their students. High-quality instruction, internship opportunities, and the opportunity to tailor the major to your intellectual and professional interests are only part of the story though.
News
Dec. 3, 2024
Class of 2024: Barbara Kornhauser is a second-generation Ram in reverse
A half-century after her initial foray into college, the English major will follow in her son’s footsteps with a degree from VCU.
Nov. 21, 2024
Like a fine poem, David Wojahn made a lasting impression
The esteemed English professor and Pulitzer Prize finalist retires after two decades at VCU, where his words and warmth endure.
Nov. 11, 2024
cRam Session: Medieval Literature and the Weird
3 questions, 2 minutes, 1 lesson with Adin Lears, whose course explores early stories to consider questions of fate, destiny and our place in the cosmic order.