CSU English welcomes Dr. Sandra Saco, visiting assistant professor of English Education
Please join the Department of English in welcoming Dr. Sandra Saco to CSU as a visiting assistant professor of English Education for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Two CLA faculty awarded Fulbright for 25-26
Dr. Rosa Martey and Dr. Naitnaphit Limlamai will spend the academic year in Norway on a Fulbright fellowship.
Found in translation: Writer and quilter Mary Hill (M.F.A., ’15) shares how making art mends
When comparing creative acts, like translating ancient poetry and making a quilt inspired by the ruins of a castle built in the 13th century, Mary Hill is interested in unearthing what makes these practices strikingly similar and healing.
CSU’s Ramona Ausubel wins Ashley Leigh Bourne Prize for Fiction
Awarded by Ploughshares, the $2,500 prize recognized Ausubel’s speculative short story, “Perfect Numbers,” which was chosen by guest editor Rebecca Makkai for inclusion in the Summer 2024 issue of the journal.
Dr. Julia Schleck arrives at CSU English as newest leader
An experienced and talented leader, Dr. Julia Schleck brings a deep commitment to the humanities and a collaborative spirit that we’re excited to have guiding CSU’s English department.
Fond Farewells: English professors Leif Sorensen and Paul Trembath retire from CSU
After building careers of committed, impactful work, English professors Leif Sorensen and Paul Trembath have retired from Colorado State University.
‘Intentional Writing’ series led by CSU English Professor Cindy O’Donnell-Allen and alumna Molly Robbins set for May 2025
Professor of English Education Cindy O’Donnell-Allen and CSU English alumna Molly Robbins are leading a 3-part webinar series, co-sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English and the National Writing Project, called “Intentional Writing: Principles and Practices for Challenging Times.”
Celebrate CLA! faculty and staff recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching, research, and service in 2025
The College of Liberal Arts acknowledges the accomplishments and efforts of the outstanding faculty and staff for 2025.
34th Annual English Department Awards Recap
Held on Monday, April 21, the 34th Annual English Department Awards reception provided students the opportunity to be personally recognized by faculty members while accepting competitive scholarships and awards for creative artistry, literary excellence, and professional writing.
Matthew Cooperman named 2025 Guggenheim Fellow
There have only been six Guggenheim Fellows in CSU’s history, including three from the English department’s MFA Creative Writing Program.