Department of English Language and Literature

Welcome to the Department of English Language and Literature at Saint Mary’s University, one of the largest departments on campus.

Our undergraduate program provides an exciting experience of studying literature and language with internationally recognized scholars and dedicated teachers. We offer a wide variety of courses leading to both major and minor concentrations, as well as an honours degree. With over 20 full- and part-time faculty members, our English program covers the range of English literature and language studies, from the medieval period to the present. Learn more about our programs!

 


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A poster promoting the 2025 Cyril Byrne Lecture with Kate Beaton
2025 Cyril Byrne Lecture with Kate Beaton
Date & Time: 7:00 PM on Fri, 21 March
Location: Scotiabank Theatre, Sobey Building (SMU Campus)

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Dr. Goran Stanivukovic
Dr. Goran Stanivukovic’s essay about Christopher Marlowe and his tragedy Edward II published in the program for the current stage production of this play by the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford-upon-Avon, UK
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A poster for the 2024 English Department Creative Writing Awards: Margó Takacs Marshall Prize for Excellence in Short Story Writing and Joyce Marshall Hsia Memorial Poetry Prize
Call for Submissions: Department of English Creative Writing Awards
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Department of English Language and Literature
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923 Robie Street

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