A Letter from the Chair
I have always found something special about the first line of a work of literature – especially when it comes to novels. Whenever I begin a new book, I stop after the first… Continue reading
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Helwig Publishes Major Book
Timothy Helwig is a Professor in the Department of English at Western Illinois University. He specializes in nineteenth-century American literature and antebellum print culture, with an emphasis on working-class identity and cross-racial… Continue reading
New Reading Room Series
The Reading Room Series, spearheaded by undergraduate student Grayson Stoik, is an effort to celebrate writing at Western Illinois University, build community amongst English faculty, graduate students and undergraduate students, and feature the… Continue reading
PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE — Alex Weidenhamer
Alex Weidenhamer completed his M.A. in English, with a focus on speculative literature, philosophy, and gender. He’s now looking into PhD programs and life’s next adventure. What is your idea of perfect happiness?… Continue reading
What Teaching College Night Classes Taught Me About Teaching High School English
“The job is yours if you want it!” This sentence was music to my ears after hours of background checks, tax forms, and applications. “You start tomorrow.” This sentence was the wakeup call.… Continue reading
English Department Scholar of the Year
The department of English is delighted to celebrate this year’s Scholar of the Year, Erica Parrigin, a full-time student on the QC campus! At this year’s department awards ceremony, held everywhere and nowhere… Continue reading
Working from home – COVID-19’s effect on students
As we finish up the year under such unusual circumstances, it still seems strange not to be in Simpkins. Whether it’s everyday activities or special events like English awards night, it’s sad not… Continue reading
day three of my new life
0 At some point, I stopped asking myself when things had started going wrong, along with the follow up as to whether I ever really knew or just forgot on purpose. By the… Continue reading
Teaching from Home–Covid-19 Empties Simpkins Hall
English’s home in Simpkins Hall is the envy of faculty and students across the Western campus. A magnificent Works Progress Administration building from the 1938, its beautiful stone facade, high ceilings, oak woodwork,… Continue reading
PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE – Tiffany Dimmick
You’re probably used to seeing Tiffany’s name in your email inbox on a regular basis, as she coordinates meetings, promotes events, and keeps everything running smoothly in Simpkins Hall. An alum who graduated… Continue reading