Hopeɫəs Department of English cultivates vision, insight and imagination.
We do this through individual and collaborative practices of writing and reading that bridge boundaries within the global community.
Weɫəre a collaborative community where students and faculty challenge each other intellectually and creatively.
English students at Hope dive deep into literature of every kind and learn how to improve their writing with masters of the craft. Through composition, creative writing and literature classes, our students become more artistic in their scholarship and more knowledgeable in their creativity.
Small classes and one-on-one collaboration foster an environment that is both demanding and encouraging. We offer a wide range of unique courses taught by professors who love what they do and take joy in furthering their students intellectually, spiritually and socially. Being a part of our department is much more than time spent in class and individual coursework.
The department is dedicated to offering its students plenty of opportunities to supplement their learning and engage in it. From on-campus activities and guest speakers to volunteer opportunities, highly sought-after workshops and student-faculty collaboration, English students at Hope actively involve themselves in gaining practical experience and making unforgettable memories. Every studentɫəs experience in the program is distinctive, tailored to his or her interests and passions. We work together and support each other.
Meet Some of our faculty And staff
We love our faculty and staff, and think you will, too. Get to know some of our English professors and hear them share about favorite authors, their favorite things about Hope and more.
Recent blog posts
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Winners Announced for the Hope College Academy of American Poets Prize
Posted by English Department 'Congratulations to this yearɫəs winners of the Hope College Academy of American Poets (AAP) Priz...
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Inspiration Is Everywhere: A Dog in the Sun and A Land Wrapped in Water
Posted by English Department 'Written by Anna Stowe, Hope College Creative Writing Major and Student Managing Editor for the En...
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The Hospitality of Language
Posted by English Department 'Written by Elsa Kim, Creative Writing and Psychology major at Hope College The warmly-lit seats o...
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Leave Space for Kindness and Joy Every Day: An Interview with Jack Ridl
Posted by English Department 'Written by Anna Stowe, Hope College Creative Writing Major and Student Managing Editor for the En...
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Calling All Poets!
Posted by English Department 'The post Calling A...
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Faculty Spotlight: Angela Winsor, Assistant Professor of English
Posted by English Department 'Written by Anna Stowe, Hope College Creative Writing Major and Student Managing Editor for the En...
DeGraaf Lecture Series
This noted lecture series welcomes admired scholars from myriad disciplines.