College of Arts and Humanities

Department of English

Students study together in the Writing Center.

Student Resources

Students in English Department programs have a wide variety of challenging and engaging coursework to choose from in our department. You can also choose to participate in our student organizations, creative activities, publishing projects, and scholarly and literary events.

Includes independent study, independent reading, and thesis units.

Supervised Course Request (SCR) form — Graduate students (GRAD)
Supervised Course Request (SCR) form — Undergraduates (UGRD)

Completed form is due to English Department office no later than Monday, February 4, 2024.

*Limit one form per each course request, please.*

After all participants have signed, your request will be processed within 3-5 business days. You can expect an email from the office with your class number and enrollment information.

Questions about the SCR process? Email the department staff.

Topics courses are taught seminar style, with substantial reading, research, and writing included.

Topics course list - Spring 2024

Bulldogs for Recovery — Helps students learn healthier ways to cope with substance use, safe partying, etc.
Career Development Center — Gives students a one-stop shop for job opportunities and professional development.
Dream Success Center — Helps students who may have mixed or undocumented immigration statuses.
Learning Center — Provides students with tutoring, supplemental instruction, academic success coaching, etc.
Let's Talk Counseling — Gives students easy access to confidential and anonymous mental health counseling.
Money Management Center — Helps students learn techniques for budgeting, credit, and debt management.
Student Cupboard — An on-campus food pantry that provides students with free food and hygiene products.
Student Health and Counseling Center — A full, high-quality on-campus health facility for students.
Victim Advocacy Services — Provides confidential support to students impacted by interpersonal violence.
Writing Center — Helps students with their writing assignments, from start to finish.