Humanities Division

Andrew Nestingen, professor of Scandinavian studies at the UW, writes about the assassination of Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme. 

Kristen Millares Young (MFA, Creative Writing, 2012) explains what it's like to be a novelist in the time of COVID-19.

University Book Store CEO Louise Little (BA, English, 1981) shares how the book store shifted in its 120th year.

French and oceanography major Anna Sulc has traveled the world for her humanities and biology research. 

In solidarity with national protests against anti-Black violence, Cinema and Media Studies celebrates the revolutionary work of Black directors, writers, and producers. 

As spring quarter comes to a close, we can reflect on the many moments of the last four years that have defined the arts and on-campus events for this year’s graduating class. 

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage.

The scholarship program is the largest U.S. international exchange opportunity for students to pursue graduate study, advanced research and teaching worldwide.

MacArthur fellow, National Book Award-winning author and UW English professor emeritus Charles Johnson said literature provides context and in-depth discussions of race.

Jane Brown, professor emerita of comparative literature, explains why she likes re-reading favorite books and how that relates to her role as a professor.

English student Victor Andy and American Indian Studies lecturer Tami Hohn discuss Hohn's classes in Indigenous language Southern Lushootseed.

Charles Johnson, professor of English, has released a new—more personal—book on advice on grandfathering.

Austin Jenkins recalls their harrowing escape from the Mount St. Helens eruption with his school camping trip. Emily Menon Bender, professor of linguistics at the UW, is quoted.

Ready to curl up with a good book? Five faculty in the Department of English offer recommendations.

The program is funded by a $700,000 grant from The Mellon Foundation.