Eberly News
Pursuing your passion through English
When West Virginia University was established in 1867, only five majors were offered: classics, science, philosophy, pre-med and modern literature.
Classic mermaid’s tale reborn in new book by WVU administrator Ann Claycomb
Some of the world’s most revered fairy tales end quite differently than their animated Disney counterparts.
Talking twang
Study examines how dialect impacts learning in Appalachian classrooms
English scholarship sustained through $650,000 gift
Few scholars can say they’ve impacted four generations of students.
History, English to host annual Rush D. Holt lecture Sept. 29
The Department of History and Department of English at West Virginia University will host the annual Rush D. Holt lecture on Thursday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m.
‘Saint Monkey’ author, other prominent writers to read at West Virginia Writers’ Workshop
Jacinda Townsend, the author of “Saint Monkey,” a novel about two girls growing up in Eastern Kentucky’s African-American community after the Korean War, will be one of several nationally known writers who will read at the West Virginia Writers’ Workshop, to be held July 21-24 on WVU’s downtown campus.
Gift from WVU English grad to support the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences
Bill Turner says he views West Virginia University as a home, a place of personal growth where he gained a greater perspective on the world.
'Saint Monkey,' author headlines West Virginia Writers’ Workshop; Spots still available
The West Virginia Writers’ Workshop will host nationally-known authors as it celebrates its 20th anniversary on the West Virginia University downtown campus July 21-24.