Each semester, The Alum Report publishes a monthly, student-written article featuring alumni of the English Department. The narratives we feature explore the diverse ways in which English degrees are being used and are intended to present possibilities to students that will inspire them as they choose their future careers. Bringing alumni stories and advice to current … [Read more...] about The Alum Report: Introducing Our New Student Editor
by Hank Essman In this installment of the Alum Report, the English Department is proud to highlight the accomplishments of Nancy Allen, a 1978 English Education graduate. Nancy Allen, a 1978 English Department graduate with a major in English Education, is a novelist who specializes in legal thrillers. Her works include four books in her Ozarks Mystery … [Read more...] about The Alum Report: Nancy Allen
by Charlie Crane and Hank Essman, Alum Series Editor Marcia Nichols, a 2000 graduate with a BA in English, uses her passion for literature to enhance her work as an Associate Professor in the Center for Learning Innovation at the University of Minnesota Rochester. Nichols now teaches classes that use an interdisciplinary lens. For example, she uses poetry to … [Read more...] about The Alum Report: Marcia Nichols
Join us on Zoom Thursday, February 11th at 6 PM for this sweet Valentine’s Day event as we chat with couples who met during their time in the English Department at MSU! ❤️ Funny and heartwarming stories, relationship advice, and catching up with fantastic and talented alumni? Count us in! Hope you can attend! You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Feb 11, 2021 … [Read more...] about Join us for English Department Love Notes
by Valerie Turner Many job seekers approach their search in an unorganized, haphazard way. They often don’t have a plan, don’t know how to strategize, and often don’t even know what their career goal is. Whether you’re looking for a full-time job or an internship, these six steps will help you achieve more effective results Step 1: Know what you want to … [Read more...] about Career Check-In: Plan for an Effective Job Search