The Glasgow Endowment sponsors readings of poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction throughout the year. Recently, Ha Jin, Nuala NiDhomhnaill, and Derek Walcott have read. Barry Lopez will be reading in fall 2001. In the senior year , English majors complete their coursework and prepare for the comprehensive examination , which is administered in the first week of spring term. The thesis is not a requirement for graduation.
Most majors find it rewarding to study in the department's regular seminars and courses.
Independent reading courses can also be arranged in consultation with individual faculty members. The Shannon-Clark Lecturers Study Abroad Teacher Certification Return to the English Dept.