Some might argue that of all the undergraduate majors at UW, English stands as the hallmark of being broadly applicable to a wide variety of interests and professional fields. Good writing, analytical ability, research skills, and a broadened perspective on the world are among the practical accomplishments majors can expect to acquire, all of which can be applied to a range of careers. The undergraduate English major at the University of Washington offers students a broadly based, historically grounded introduction to the literature of Britain, the United States, and, increasingly, Anglophone literature from around the world. Courses in literature emphasize techniques of literary analysis, theoretical problems posed by the interpretation of texts, the social, historical, and political context of literary production and reception, and the pleasures of reading. Listen in as Mel Wensel and Bridget Norquist talk about the amazing faculty, the quality student experiences, and international opportunities that are the hallmark of the English Department at UW.
Latest Episodes
English Department
February 1st, 2010 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, I'm a Transfer Student, Meet UW's World Class Advisers
Enhanced Podcast [29:30m]: NYU and Columbia Law School
January 22nd, 2010 · Filed under: Academic Planning, Pre-Law
Peg and Chanira continue the pre-law series by talking about Peg’s recent visit to the NYU and Columbia Law schools. Peg took some time out of her honeymoon to explore these two schools right in the heart of New York City. What were her impressions? Listen in and find out!
Exploration Seminars!
January 8th, 2010 · Filed under: Academic Planning, Outside the Classroom
Exploration Seminars transport your education into a global context with over 40 programs on 6 continents offering you the chance to intensively explore a topic in a small-group learning community, outside of the classroom, during the UW’s early fall start. Exploration seminars give a small group of people an opportunity to work intensively with a faculty on a particular area of interest to them. Listen in as Max Savishinsky talks about Exploration Seminars for 2010!
Cornell and Syracuse Law School
December 16th, 2009 · Filed under: Pre-Law
In our continuing series, Chanira and Peg discuss Cornell and Syracuse Law Schools. Who knew that Upstate New York could appeal to such a well-traveled Pacific Northwesterner like Chanira? Listen in and think about your law school options!
Near Eastern Languages and Civilization
December 10th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, I'm a Transfer Student
How awesome would it be to read “1001 Arabian Nights”, the Koran, or “The
Epic of Gilgamesh” in the original language? While political and economic
events have spurred interest in the Middle East and North Africa, Near
Eastern Languages and Civilization (NELC) has been teaching students about
this region’s languages and cultures for 100 years. How can studying ancient
literature help us reach across political boundaries? Listen in to Amy
Oates, academic adviser for NELC, as she describes the undergraduate
experience in this fascinating and diverse department.
Undergraduate Profile: Candice Garza
October 19th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, I'm a Transfer Student, Student-to-Student
The first of several episodes featuring recent UW graduate, Candice Garza, giving her perspective and advice to current UW students. How did she manage to do some on-field interviews with current Mariners? What are some of the keys to distinguishing yourself when applying for jobs and internships? Can you remain involved in athletics but not necessarily be an athlete? Listen in to hear Candice’s point of view!
Law School 101 – How should I get started?
October 14th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, Pre-Law
Are you thinking about applying to Law School? The UW Pre-Law team talks about the beginning steps you need to take in order to make Law School happen! Visit the Pre-Law website.
Prehealth Information for Fall 2009
July 6th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, I'm a Transfer Student, Meet UW's World Class Advisers
Planning on applying to medical school, dental school, pharmacy, or any other health options? Please spend a few minutes listening to our prehealth podcast!
Meet the Residential FIG Leaders!
June 9th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, Registering for Classes, Student-to-Student
The Residential FIG program builds upon the strength of the Freshman Interest Group (FIG) program by providing students with a unique first year living-learning experience. This year the Residential FIG Program will contain some of the most sought after courses for incoming freshman, including Chem 142, Econ 200 and Com 201. Residential FIGs provide social and academic support to bolster success during the first year at UW. Additionally, each FIG has a Residential FIG leader who is an advanced undergraduate student available to help form study groups, assist with registration, provide advising services and direct you to campus resources. We sit down with this year’s Residential FIG leaders, Marisa Hoge, Ben Drum, and Alex King.
Foreign Language Proficiency Changes!
May 18th, 2009 · Filed under: Academic Planning, I'm a Freshman, I'm a Transfer Student, Registering for Classes
Kevin Mihata, Asst. Dean for Educational Programs in the College of Arts & Sciences, drops in to discuss the revision to the foreign language graduation requirement for the College. How does this requirement impact you? Listen in…