English

Read, write, and analyze with clarity and preciseness as you explore centuries of literature.

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Studying English at Utah Tech

Utah Tech is recognized for its long-standing literary publication, which is rooted in its history with the Southern Quill and Route 7 Review.

Under the close guidance of English faculty members who are renowned teachers and critically acclaimed writers, creatives, and poets, students are exposed to diverse critical and creative approaches to the study of literature. Courses range from specialty lectures that explore thought-provoking themes from a variety of literary genres and historical periods, to project-based classes that publish student’s work.

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Major British Authors: Milton

“He who reigns within himself and rules passions, desires, and fears is more than a king.” John Milton is best known for this epic poem Paradise lost and is considered one of the greatest English poets to have put quill to paper. If you wish to investigate and analyze how Milton has contributed to intellectual and literacy development, this class is for you.

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Technical Writing

Want to learn how to write a repair guide and get it published online to iFixit? This course teaches you how to write with professional standards and provides real-world working experience. The goal is to get your work published and help add experience onto your resume!

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Southern Quill

Ever wanted to work on a publication recognized across the country? Join the Southern Quill team to help edit, organize, and publish a literary magazine which is sent hundreds of submissions per year.

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Exploring Scientific Writing

People normally don’t recognize scientific articles as a creative work, but they should be. Authors of these stories work hard to share all sides of a story and explain difficult scientific topics in a way for all readers. Experience from learning how to write scientific stories can translate into any discipline, from creative to technical.

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Join the English
Honor Society

Be a part of Sigma Tau Delta, a nationwide recognized collection of high achieving English, literature, and writing students.

Life as an English Major

The English department has its own distinct ethos. As a student, you’ll be part of traditions and practices that shape our community:

  • Discuss literature, ideas and research with other chapters and other institutions as part of Sigma Tau Delta.
  • Catch up with your favorite faculty at the fall biology picnic.
  • Snack on cookies at in the English Collaborative Lounge while comfortably reading your favorite book.
  • Hear students share their award-winning submissions to the Southern Quill Literary Journal at the yearly launch party.
  • Learn more about local and national authors at our Common Reader events.

Contact

Faculty & Staff

Mike Peterson, Ph.D.

Department Chair

Email: Mike.Peterson@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-4373

Office: Holland 446

Florence Bacabac, Ph.D.

Composition Program Coordinator

Email: Florence.Bacabac@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-652-7897

Office: Holland 416

Joy McMurrin, Ph.D.

Technical Writing & Digital Rhetoric Program Chair

Email: Joy.McMurrin@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-4294

Office: Holland 448

Lillian Minar

Administrative Assistant

Email: lillian.minar@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-652-7815

Office: Holland 465