English
Strong writing and sharp analytical skills open doors in every field. Our programs prepare graduates to excel—and to be highly employable. Whether your passion is comparative literature, linguistics, teaching, or writing, an English major gives you the tools to succeed. Learn from published, award-winning authors and build the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills valued in careers from journalism to law. Our graduates thrive in diverse professions and top graduate programs nationwide.
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An important and vital part of the English Department is our highly qualified faculty.
News
Wolfe Institute Launches Fall 2026 New Books by HSS Faculty Series
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to engage with the latest books from five professors through a series of author talks and discussions.
Professor Moustafa Bayoumi Awarded Prestigious Stanford Humanities Fellowship
Nationally recognized scholar will spend the academic year at the university’s Humanities Center advancing a new book project and collaborating with leading researchers from across the humanities.
Brooklyn College Professor Ben Lerner Wins 2026 Orwell Prize for Political Fiction
Widely regarded as one of the most prestigious honors in political writing, the Orwell Prize recognizes works that illuminate the complex intersections of politics, power, and society.
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Department Chair: Martha Nadell
Deputy Chair: Joseph Entin
2308 Boylan Hall
P: 718.951.5195
F: 718.951.4612