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College of Arts and Humanities, English

Exploring Stanley Plumly’s World: New Digital Archive Offers Insight into Beloved Poet’s Life and Work

Curated by English Professor Joshua Weiner, the archive commemorates the late professor and founder of the M.F.A. in creative writing program at UMD.
October 14, 2024 English, History, Russian, School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

2024-2025 Maya Brin Resident Maxim Osipov

The Maya Brin Residency Program is thrilled to announce the visit of Maxim Osipov.
October 02, 2024 English

UMD Grad Jason Reynolds Awarded MacArthur ‘Genius Grant’

Popular author of YA, children’s books about kids of color to receive $800K.
August 20, 2024 English

New Podcast Explores Past, Present and Future of Black Studies

John Drabinski and Ashley Newby’s “The Black Studies Podcast” is supported by a $100k grant from the Mellon Foundation. 
August 15, 2024 English

English Alum Marcella Wolfe ’86 on Supporting Arts and Humanities Education

Read our Q&A about her decision to plan a gift, her experience as an English major and her career following graduation.
May 30, 2024 English

Five Must-Read Summer Book Picks by Asian and Asian American Authors

AAPI Literature and Media Club Founder and President Julie Cha ’25 recommends top reads.
May 09, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

Carey Cameron ’24 Plans Future in Media and Entertainment

The senior English major and creative writing minor has held multiple arts and culture roles in the D.C. region.
April 22, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

Dylan Lewis Named to Andrew W. Mellon Society of Fellows in Critical Bibliography

The prestigious fellowship is a capstone graduate career achievement for the English doctoral candidate.
April 15, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

English Professor Elizabeth Arnold Dies at 65

Arnold was a poet of national and international acclaim and a beloved teacher and colleague.
March 12, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

Professor Lillian-Yvonne Bertram and Hoa Nguyen ’91 Receive Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grants to Artists

They’re among four poets internationally to receive the award.
The Chronicle of Higher Education October 31, 2024

AI May Ruin the University as We Know It

English Professor Matthew Kirschenbaum on AI and ed-tech in The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Diamondback October 15, 2024

Zine Club Relaunch Invites Students to Create, Connect Through Design

BookLab Zine Club featured in The Diamondback.
The Black Explosion October 03, 2024

Award-Winning Poet Ama Codjoe Inspires Young Writers at Writers Here and Now Event

The poet spoke with students at the Jimenez-Porter Writers' House.

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The Diamondback

UMD Literature Club Highlights Asian American and Pacific Islander Stories

November 08, 2024 Center for Literary and Comparative Studies, College of Arts and Humanities, English

The club aims to rewrite people’s understanding of the Asian American experience and combat stereotypes through diverse literature.
Maryland Today

18 Top Undergraduates Honored as Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars

November 01, 2024 English, Philosophy

Program also celebrates students’ K-12, UMD mentors.
The Chronicle of Higher Education

AI May Ruin the University as We Know It

October 31, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

English Professor Matthew Kirschenbaum on AI and ed-tech in The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Exploring Stanley Plumly’s World: New Digital Archive Offers Insight into Beloved Poet’s Life and Work

October 21, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

Curated by English Professor Joshua Weiner, the archive commemorates the late professor and founder of the M.F.A. in creative writing program at UMD.

Fall 2024 News & Updates

October 18, 2024 English

Read our newsletter featuring department news and accomplishments.
The Diamondback

Zine Club Relaunch Invites Students to Create, Connect Through Design

October 15, 2024 BookLab, College of Arts and Humanities, English

BookLab Zine Club featured in The Diamondback.

2024-2025 Maya Brin Resident Maxim Osipov

October 14, 2024 English, History, Russian, School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

The Maya Brin Residency Program is thrilled to announce the visit of Maxim Osipov.
The Black Explosion

Award-Winning Poet Ama Codjoe Inspires Young Writers at Writers Here and Now Event

October 03, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English

The poet spoke with students at the Jimenez-Porter Writers' House.
Maryland Today

UMD Grad Jason Reynolds Awarded MacArthur ‘Genius Grant’

October 02, 2024 English

Popular author of YA, children’s books about kids of color to receive $800K.

2024-25 Faculty Promotions

September 26, 2024 English

Congratulations to our professional track faculty on their promotions!