Department of English

LITERATURE. LANGUAGE. RHETORIC.

Welcome to the Department of English

We offer students the opportunity to study the properties and powers of language—the fundamental means by which we communicate our values, our ideals and vision.

English is not just about the rhetorical and creative aspects of literature. It’s about examining history, culture, psychology, sociology, philosophy and the human condition to determine what a text means in the context of when and where it was written, and how it relates to us today. Courses in the fundamentals of the three main literary genres, poetry, prose and drama, prepare students for the close study of major works and periods of literature from the British, American, Canadian and Post-Colonial traditions. In addition, the Department offers a variety of special courses in Rhetoric, the history of language, literary theory, gender, children’s literature and creative writing. At the senior level, there are more intensive courses concentrating on specific topics such as particular authors. These are conducted in small seminar classes which stimulate open and intensive discussion between students and instructor.

Upcoming Events

Open Mic - March 21, 2024

Join us for our Open Mic Session (note:  due to popular demand, we are hosting an additional opportunity for individuals to present their work).

Day/Date:  Thursday, March 21, 2024
Time:  4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location:  AH-100 (Andy's Place, Anderson Hall)

Hope to see you there!!

Open Mic Session - April 5, 2024

Join us for our final Open Mic Session of Spring 2024.

Day/Date:  Friday, April 5, 2024
Time:  4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location:  AH-100 (Andy's Place, Anderson Hall)

Hope to see you there!!

More details to follow.

Digital Humanities for Beginners (Free 4-day workshop)

When:  Monday, April 22nd to Thursday, April 25th, 2024
Location:  AH-175

The Department of English would be holding a free 4-day workshop (April 22nd to April 25th) called "Digital Humanities for Beginners."  It is for students, researchers, and educators in subjects like literature, philosophy, art, history, and the social sciences.  If you want to know how to use computers to explore these areas, this workshop is for you!

Topics covered:  techniques for different purposes like creating maps, analyzing texts, and making visualizations.  Helpful advice on how to manage a project.

See attachment for more details or contact Barbara Bordalejo (barbara.bordalejo@uleth.ca) for more information.

To sign up:https://bit.ly/HIL-DH-Summer

Department Highlights

Honouring the life and work of Chava Rosenfarb, a prominent Canadian Yiddish writer

Professor Emerita of English Goldie Morgentaler attended events in Lodz, Poland as part of the celebrations for her mother during The Year of Chava Rosenfarb (LLD '06).

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Dr. Chava Rosenfarb to be honoured for literary achievements in her hometown in Poland

Dr. Chava Rosenfarb will be honoured posthumously in her native Poland for a lifetime of literary achievements. Attending on behalf of the late Rosenfarb, an Honorary Degree Recipient, will be her daughter, Dr. …

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ULethbridge offers pathway to degree in Canadian Law at Australia's Bond University

If you're looking for a legal career, have a desire to enter the workplace as quickly as possible, and studying in a tropical setting appeals to you, check out the new dual degree program, offered …

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Career Bridge: Centre for Work-Integrated Learning and Career Development

Career Bridge

 

Put Your Knowledge to Work 

Whether you’re looking for a more in-depth learning experience by assisting with research projects on campus or by testing your knowledge in a real-life work setting, we can help! The University of Lethbridge is proud to offer you an exceptional opportunity to explore professional development through academic programs and services designed to give you a competitive edge in a fast-changing world.

You have a bright future — experience it via Career Bridge at uLethbridge!

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