English
Langston Hughes – Domestic Pariah, International Superstar
English professor Jason Miller gives a look at the life of Langston Hughes, a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance and an uncompromising voice for social justice.
Meet Our Students: Caleb Bartholomew
Get to know Caleb Bartholomew, a senior in Literature, with his reflections on the department and advice for incoming students.
Clem Presented at Western States Communication Association 2020
Logan Clem, a second-year MA rhetoric and composition concentration student, traveled to Denver last month with funding under the English Graduate Travel Award to present his paper at the Western States Communication Association conference. He shared — “Last month, I attended […]
Wolfpack Writers: Melissa Marr
We caught up with English alumna Melissa Marr to learn more about her children's book "Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon!"
NC State-Produced Documentary Wins Emmy Award
The Language and Life Project at NC State was honored for "Talking Black in America," a feature-length film that highlights the rich history of African-American English.
In Memoriam: Tom Hester
English professor Tom Hester is remembered for his teaching, scholarship and passion for life.
Miller Shares Unearthed Photos From MLK’s 1966 Reynolds Coliseum Visit
Earlier this month, NC State’s English professor, Dr. Jason Miller, presented “When MLK and the KKK Met in Raleigh” and never-before-developed photographs at Witherspoon Cinema in commemoration of MLK. The event documented the 1,800 person KKK march down Fayetteville Street […]
Submit Your Poems to the 2020 NC State Poetry Contest
Calling all poets! The 2020 NC State Poetry Contest is now accepting entries.
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Landmark Exhibit Unearths History
In "When MLK and the KKK Met in Raleigh," English professor Jason Miller reveals never-before-published photos from Martin Luther King Jr.'s historic 1966 visit to Raleigh.
‘The Job of a Poet Is to Tell the Truth’: Remembering Gerald Barrax
Former students and colleagues share their impressions of Gerald Barrax, emeritus professor of English, who died Dec. 7.