Department of English
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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.
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 Marjorie Celona.
News and announcements
Block Week course explores centuries-old lost art of hand-press bookmaking
Generous donation of rare Vandercook press rounds out English department’s antique printing press collection...
In the media
In the News: Joshua Whitehead, English, in Xtra* Magazine
Joshua Whitehead’s new book of essays is a bold testament to the power of Two-Spirit storytelling
In the News: Joshua Whitehead, English, in CBC Listen (starts at 18:56)
The Sunday Magazine with Piya Chattopadhyay
In the News: Joshua Whitehead, English, in CBC Books
Joshua Whitehead's Making Love with the Land explores Indigeneity, queerness and identity via a personal lens
In the News: Joshua Whitehead, English, in Xtra Magazine
Joshua Whitehead’s new book of essays is a bold testament to the power of Two-Spirit storytelling
Welcome Leah Horlick
Acclaimed poet Leah Horlick has stepped into the role of 2022-23 Canadian Writer-in-Residence. Join us in welcoming Leah on Monday, October 17 at the Calgary Distinguished Writers Program’s annual Hello/Goodbye event.
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