Department of English

Washington State University's Department of English is a large and diverse academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences. With faculty across Pullman, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver campuses, we offer expertise in dynamic fields including literary studies, creative writing, rhetoric and composition, English education, and applied linguistics. Our faculty and students engage in deep reading, critical thinking, and creative production, aiming to make a positive impact on the world. The department also serves as the administrative home for Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, an interdisciplinary program focused on understanding gender and sexuality within complex societal inequalities and preparing students for success in a diverse world.