About the Department
For more than a century, the Department of English and Comparative Literature has fostered a deep engagement with literature and language at San Diego State University. In our classrooms, students develop depth of perspective and critical acumen as they study the literatures of the world—from ancient times to the digital era—and prepare for careers in law, business, education, digital industries, writing, editing and publishing, and public service.
The department affirms San Diego State University’s Commitment to a diverse campus climate that promotes human dignity and mutual appreciation for each member of our community. Freedom from discrimination, harassment, and violence against persons or property is a basic right and is requisite for learning.
Literary-Focused Writing Tutoring Available
Drop-in Tutoring Available with Joey King:
- Tuesdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Thursdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Upcoming Events
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APR
30
Living Writers' Series
7:00 pm
LL-430
The Laurie Okuma Memorial Reading, featuring Acclaimed Author, Janie Kim
MAY
7
Living Writers' Series
7:00 pm
LL-430
Reading and Q&A Celebrating Sunshine/Noir III: Writing from San Diego and Tijuana
MAY
9
Digital Humanities Showcase
10:00 am
Digital Humanities Center LA 61
A celebratory exhibition of creative-critical digital work happening across our campus.
Department Bookshelf
//All Books//
Rara Avis
Blas Falconer
The Perfect Place
Matt de la Peña
Reading the Old Norse-Icelandic “Maríu saga” in Its Manuscript Contexts
Daniel Najork
Rated RX: Sheree Rose with and after Bob Flanagan
Y Howard
Wordsworth's Vagrants: Police, Prisons, and Poetry in the 1790s
Quentin Bailey
The Book of Mormon Girl: A Memoir of an American Faith
Joanna Brooks
