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.
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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.
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.
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.
Flamingos in Folklore and Literature – The history of Madison’s home bird in the human mind
They’ve symbolized rebirth, surrealism, and jealousy. What do flamingos mean to Madison today?
Monthly Kudos: September 2025 Edition
September brought stories of impact, imagination, and collaboration. Our English community continues to inspire with fresh publications, impactful teaching, and public recognition.
Honoring Our Award-Winning Educators Who Shape the Future of Learning
How Do Great Educators Transform Classrooms and Mentor Future Leaders? Meet this Year’s Award Winners. by Fabiola M. Martinez Del Valle This year, as UW–Madison navigates new challenges and opportunities in higher education, our English …
English Department Excels at AAAL 2025 Conference
The 2025 American Association for Applied Linguistics (AAAL) conference took place from March 22–25 at the Sheraton Denver Downtown in Denver, Colorado. With the theme Relational Accountability, the conference focused on how researchers can consider …
Celebrating UW-Madison English Department Student Contributions at WiGL 19
Get ready to rethink how language is studied! Our students wowed the crowd at WiGL 19, redefining how language research is done and where it’s headed next.