"The purpose of art is to lay bare the questions hidden by the answers."
– James Baldwin
In Department of English coursework, we seek to read down to the essential questions and learn to articulate them through critical and creative writing.
The Department of English sponsors a number of internships that offer opportunities to participate in a workplace environment and explore various career options.
The critical reading and writing skills English majors gain prepare students for postgraduate degrees and careers in a wide variety of fields.
Sigma Tau Delta seeks to recognize exemplary scholarship and promote life long passions towards reading, writing, and the study of literature.
Awards are presented each year to students who excel in the study of English, including for creative writing in poetry, prose, essays, and more.
The Summer Writing Institute at Rhodes College takes place annually for two weeks during June and is a residential academic program committed to developing the critical thinking and writing skills of high school students.