English

The English Department at Central Connecticut State University offers courses and programs in literature, writing, linguistics, and cinema that immerse students in intensive study of how language, literature, and writing shape the world and our experience of it. The sustained and rigorous study of literature and language sharpens students' skills as readers and writers, deepens their cultural knowledge, and broadens their engagement with the diversity of human thought and experience. The critical and analytical skills students develop prepare them to be productive and active citizens of a dynamic and pluralistic society. Our graduates are prepared for careers in teaching, writing, and publishing, as well as any pursuit that requires skills in written and oral communication.

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Bilingualism & English Language Learning Research Lab

Accelerate English: Complete your BA and MA in Five Years!

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Writing Jam 4 Michael Performs
Students sharing their work at the Writing Jam Fall 2024
English Department Halloween Photo
Staff and faculty at the 2024 Spooktacular Trick or Treat Event
Writing Jam Group Photo
Writing Jam Fall 2024
Writing Jam audience F24
Students at the Writing Jam Fall 2024
LittleWomen Trio Photo
Dr. Gil Gigliotti, Dr. Brian Folker and Dr. Lakmali Jayasinghe
english department members gathering for a meeting
English Department Career Event March 25, 2025 -- Are You Ready for Grad School?
Student leaders from the Helix Magazine attend 2025 AWP Conference & Bookfair in Los Angeles
Student leaders from the Helix Magazine attend 2025 AWP Conference & Bookfair in Los Angeles.
Violet Scherer, 2025 Departmental Honors Student in English
Violet Scherer, 2025 Departmental Honors Student in English
CT Literary Festival Staff 2025
CT Literary Festival Staff 2025
Banned Books Mocktail Party Hosted by Sigma Tau Delta and The Helix. Mocktails served by Professor Julien Strong bannedtable
Banned Books Mocktail Party Hosted by Sigma Tau Delta and The Helix. Mocktails served by Professor Julien Strong
Banned Books Mocktail Party Hosted by Sigma Tau Delta and The Helix