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Department of English

Why study English?

English is for students who want more than textbook learning. It develops speech and writing, and rewards curiosity and healthy skepticism.

English courses improve critical thinking and teach thoughtful and effective reading and writing. These skills are an excellent foundation for civic and business life. You will discover unfamiliar worlds and exciting new ways of thinking. Challenge yourself through discussion, debate, and stimulating readings and assignments.

Marlon James for Calgary Distinguished Writers Program

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 Leah Horlick.

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News and announcements


International feminist media conference comes to UCalgary

Scholars from across the world look at media through a feminist perspective...

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Meet the speakers for Spring Convocation 2023

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5 UCalgary faculty members named 2023 Killam Annual Professors

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UCalgary authors take all 3 finalist spots for W.O. Mitchell Book Prize

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In the media


In the News: Suzette Mayr, English, in St. Albert Gazette

Suzette Mayr explores the soul of Canada through Black history

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In the News: Suzette Mayr, English, in St. Albert Gazette

Suzette Mayr explores the soul of Canada through Black history

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In the News: Jamie Michaels (PhD student), English, in University Affairs

Research re-imagined

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In the News: Derritt Mason, English, in CBC Listen Alberta at Noon

Your childhood books

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