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College of Arts and Humanities, English, ARHU2

Associate Professor Randy Ontiveros Receives 2025–26 Provost’s Academic Advisor of the Year Award

Ontiveros is one of three selected for his extraordinary work as director of the Honors Humanities Program.
August 27, 2026 English

Daniella Odutola Memorial Internship Fund Supports 5 English Students

Students gained real world experience, from drafting speeches for Maryland's attorney general to supporting literacy programs and advocating for children in foster care.
July 24, 2026 ARHU2, College of Arts and Humanities, English

English Student is Inspiring Kids to Read

Junior English and education student Emmanuel Dean ’28 is spending the summer supporting a literacy program for young readers.
July 23, 2026 English

Meet Department of English Chair Lee Konstantinou

Newly appointed chair is excited to continue building community
July 15, 2026 English

Newly Retired English Professor Michael Olmert Reflects on 40 Years at UMD

The British lit expert has been beloved by students for his generosity and mentorship.
June 09, 2026 English

Paule Marshall: A Conversation with Mary Helen Washington

Literary scholar Mary Helen Washington reflects on the life and legacy of Paule Marshall with Yale University Press.
May 12, 2026 College of Arts and Humanities, English

English Student Gains Hands-On Experience With Rare Texts at Folger Shakespeare Library

Through hands-on work with scholars and rare materials, Jessica Reed ’26 is building experience for a career in library science.
May 06, 2026 Art, Arts for All, College of Arts and Humanities, Communication, English, Honors Humanities, School of Music, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

Arts for All Announces Spring 2026 ArtsAMP Grants

Learn more about the 17 arts-based, interdisciplinary projects developed by faculty, students and student organizations.
May 03, 2026 ARHU2, Arts for All, College of Arts and Humanities, English

15 Proposals for AI-Focused Courses Awarded New Grants

Funds administered by AIM to support classes in 10 colleges and schools across the university.
April 30, 2026 College of Arts and Humanities, English

From Books to the Big Screen: How Alum Daniela Schrier Kafshi ’04 Crafts Stories That Matter

The filmmaker discusses her career path, creative work and how her degree in English shapes the way she crafts a story.
Yale University Press June 09, 2026

Paule Marshall: A Conversation with Mary Helen Washington

Literary scholar Mary Helen Washington reflects on the life and legacy of Paule Marshall with Yale University Press.
Maryland Today May 15, 2026

‘A Close Observer of Humankind’

Magazine editor and poet honored as University Medalist.
Maryland Today February 14, 2025

‘Quantum Steampunk’ Creative Writing Course Explores the Science of Science Fiction

Physics, English faculty combine futuristic themes with Victorian-era aesthetics.

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Maryland Today

Top Undergraduates Honored as Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars

November 06, 2026 Classics, English

At the annual ceremony, Terps thank their K-12 and UMD mentors.

Two MFA in Creative Writing Alumni Win Washington Writers’ Publishing House Editor Prizes

October 30, 2026 English

Christina Daub MFA ’93 and Edward Daschle MFA ’24 will publish new poetry and fiction collections in 2027.

Associate Professor Randy Ontiveros Receives 2025–26 Provost’s Academic Advisor of the Year Award

October 13, 2026 College of Arts and Humanities, English, ARHU2

Ontiveros is one of three selected for his extraordinary work as director of the Honors Humanities Program.

Jason Schneiderman ’98 Receives 2026 Pegasus Award for Poetry Criticism

October 05, 2026 English, Russian, School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

English and Russian grad receives $10,000 award for essay collection exploring the relationship between poetry and technology.

English Professor Martha Nell Smith Examines Emily Dickinson’s Queer Legacy on "Historical Homos" Podcast

October 05, 2026 English

Smith discusses Emily Dickinson’s romantic relationship with her sister-in-law, Susan Gilbert Dickinson.
Maryland Today

How Terps Spent the Summer Doing Good in 2026

September 08, 2026 Communication, English, Philosophy

Improving literacy, teaching oral hygiene, hosting a free football camp and more.

English Professor Vessela Valiavitcharska Awarded Fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study

September 01, 2026 English

The prestigious fellowship will allow Valiavitcharska to continue her work on how medieval Byzantine scholars understood language and rhetoric.

Daniella Odutola Memorial Internship Fund Supports 5 English Students

August 27, 2026 English

Students gained real world experience, from drafting speeches for Maryland's attorney general to supporting literacy programs and advocating for children in foster care.

English Student is Inspiring Kids to Read

July 24, 2026 ARHU2, College of Arts and Humanities, English

Junior English and education student Emmanuel Dean ’28 is spending the summer supporting a literacy program for young readers.