Learn more about the staff members of the Department of English, the services they provide and how to contact them. Quick Links YorkU Atlas Contact Us Academic Advising News Administrative Officers and Staff Name Location Extension Email Address Andrew WeaverChair 532 Atkinson Building x22568 englchr@yorku.ca Rose CrawfordAdministrative Coordinator 534 Atkinson Building x22595 rosec@yorku.ca Meaghan McCue […]
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The English Department offers a wide range of courses providing training in the fundamentals of reading and writing about literature. We also introduce students to various theoretical approaches, literary genres and national literatures. Our upper-year courses allow students to engage in more specialized studies of theories, literary periods, genres and individual authors. Our goal is […]
Our outstanding faculty are engaging in world-class research, winning major awards, accolades and fellowships for their achievements. That scholarship is reflected in the classroom and has a positive effect in the community. We’re making a global impact, influencing public policy and debate, enriching society and inspiring awe. Our Faculty Get to know the faculty members […]
We are here to ensure your academic success in our programs. On this page, you will find the most commonly used student services such as academic advising, tools for managing online learning, GPA calculator, and help with academic decisions and petitions. We can also direct you to funding options, including scholarships and awards. Academic Advising […]
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Honours Forget what you’ve heard about studying English. Here, you’ll take an in-depth tour of literature ranging from the traditional (classic novels and poetry) to the popular (sci-fi and mysteries) to the innovative (graphic novels and film). Our engaging professors explore contemporary ideas and theories, even while working with historical […]
The English Department offers a variety of courses in the literature of the English language. There are courses in historical periods from medieval to contemporary, in the literature of several nations (Canadian and post-colonial as well as English and American), in the various literary genres such as poetry, fiction, drama, non-fictional prose and criticism and […]
Quick Links Want more information? Discover literary art in all its forms, develop a portfolio of writing, become knowledgeable about the development of literature throughout history and master the ability to write critically and creatively. Engage with authors We host the Canadian Writers in Person Series and the Creative Writing Reader Series where you will […]
Connect with the Department of English to learn more about our program offerings or to receive academic support. Quick Links How to Reach Us Department of English 524 Atkinson Building4700 Keele StreetToronto, ON M3J 1P3 416-736-5166 416-736-5412 lapsengl@yorku.ca Fall/Winter Hours Monday to Friday8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed on statutory holidays. Advising For more information […]