The English Department houses many initiatives that expand on our course offerings and align with the scholarship of our faculty and students. Regardless of what your interests are beyond the classroom, there’s a place for you here!

At SMU, the fun doesn’t stop just because the semester is over! Last month, some of the university’s brilliant graduate students were invited to learn more about shaping writing for public audiences. This event was hosted in partnership with our friends at @smumoody 📷

The Summer issue of @southwest_review is here, and it looks incredible 🌵 #southwestreview #smuenglish #smu #smudallas #dallastx #southernmethodistuniversity #smuinitiatives

SMU English is where ideas (and friendships) grow 📷 📷 Kathy Tran.creatives on IG #smustudentlife #smudallas #dallastx #smuundergrad #txcommunity #txuniversities #englishstudies #ponyup

Reading on campus is always a good idea… especially if it’s a Project Poëtica x Bridwell Press collection 📷 #smustudentlife #smubridwellpress #smuprojectpoetica #poetrycollection #poetryinitiative

SPENT | We’re beyond thrilled for our previous guest and good friend, @alisonbechdel, on the publication of her newest work. Head to her page for more information about where you can pick up a copy! 📷 @zoedphotography #alisonbechdel #alisonbechdelcomics #smueventcalendar

Wondering what it’s like to be a Ph.D. student at SMU? Here are some of the *perks* that come alongside continuing your studies with us. #smugraduateprogram #txgraduateprogram #phdprogram #smuphdbenefits #smudallas

Can’t wait for you all to be back on the Hilltop ❤️ #smudallas #smucampus #dallashall #smuenglish #typewriter #smu

Celebrating a few of our grad students today 📷 We’re looking back to last semester to highlight our English Department’s Essay and Teaching Award recipients for 2024-2025! #smuenglish #smuenglishdepartment #smudallas #smugraduatestudents #smustudentlife

Hats, totes, and tumblers, oh my!  🥤 Majors, minors, prospects, and grads, swing by our main office to pick up your own SMU English goodies to wear around campus next semester! #smuenglish #smuenglishdepartment #smumerch #smustudentlife #dallastx

Take a sneak peek at what’s to come on campus! 📷 Double-check the event calendar on our website for updated events and collaborations throughout the year.

POV: You’re in class with our English students  📷 #Throwback to our publishing workshop earlier this year with guest appearances from some of the most highly esteemed editors in the industry.

Dallas Hall is THAT girl 💅🏼

Education isn't the endpoint. As part of our Ph.D. program, graduate students leave with a wealth of experience that will help them land their dream careers. They also enjoy unparalleled professionalization opportunities in their time here.

Daydreaming about our incredible faulty reads 💭

Study English at SMU 📖 Whether you’re pursuing English as an undergraduate or a graduate student, our program offers rich academic opportunities for students looking to widen their scope of learning and advance their careers.

Getting ready to join us on campus next week? If you’re new to the Dallas area, here are a few local spots to explore. Mustangs, which spots are your best-kept secrets 👇🏼

We can help! Head to the link in our bio for more information about our Fall English courses 📲

Happy first day of classes, Mustangs! 📷

Anyone else? 📚