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You Belong in a Creative Writing Class
Creative writing courses are not just for English majors. Students from all majors can take them, and you might even end up learning more than just storytelling.
Countdown to the Day of the Badger
Intended to foster connection, solidarity, and support across the Badger community, the Day of the Badger is a philanthropic celebration that crucially helps both the university and the people who make it.
Day of the Badger Is Coming!
As Day of the Badger approaches, we are celebrating the teachers, students, and programs that make English essential at UW–Madison. Read how you can join the celebration.
Monthly Kudos: March 2026 Edition
Spring break ended just as quickly as March did, and with classes back in session, we’re highlighting the accomplishments that defined the month across our English community.
Exploring the UW Madison English Graduate Experience
As an undergraduate, it was inspiring to learn about the ways in which I can pursue my own academic passions, and I hope other undergraduates take the chance to learn about such too.
Senior Spotlight: What Graduating English Majors Are Doing Next
Whether pursuing law school, a MFA, publishing, or something else entirely, these students are preparing themselves for wonderful post-graduation futures.
Monthly Kudos: February 2026 Edition
February brought a wave of new publications, major awards, and creative accomplishments across our English community. Explore the highlights that shaped the early weeks of the spring term.
Where Badgers Go to Talk Books
A guide to UW-Madison’s student book clubs and the conversations they foster. And why these groups matter more than you might think.
Looking to the Modernists
Our minds seem to become malleable to the effects of technological advancements, is this inevitable?