Department of English
Your writing career begins here
You don't have to be an English major to take Creative Writing courses; they are open to any student or member of the community who wants to apply.
COVID-19 Research
From research on mental health and families to the economy and the animal world, Faculty of Arts researchers are at the forefront of seeking to understand the effects of COVID-19.
Calgary Distinguished Writers Program
The Calgary Distinguished Writers Program strives to advance the careers of Canadian writers. As a part of the Calgary writing community, it engages the community with the Faculty of Arts and the Department of English.
The current Canadian Writer-in-Residence is Meg Braem.
News and announcements
University celebrates 2020 Killam Laureates with online event for all
Killam Laureates include faculty, postdoctoral scholars and doctoral students working at the forefront of their disciplines...
In the media
In the News: Aritha Van Herk, English, in CBC News
OPINION | Looking south, at a shuddering elephant
In the News: Rebecca Sullivan, English, in Conversation Canada
Netflix’s ‘Cuties’ ignites the wrong debate on young girls’ sexuality
In the News: Amy LeBlanc, English, in The Gauntlet
U of C writer Amy LeBlanc named one of Alberta’s Emerging Artists
In the News: Aritha van Herk, English, in CBC News
COVID-19: The future is here, now we must be resilient, nimble and smart
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