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.

Schedule an Appointment

Call for Papers

For a special issue of “The Children's Literature Association Quarterly” on: J.R.R. Tolkien & Children's Literature

Guest Editor: Joseph T. Thomas, Jr.
[email protected]

Deadline for Submissions: September 15, 2024

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SEPT
25

Living Writers' Series
 7:00 pm
LL-430

Award-winning Poets, Adam O. Davis and Arthur Kayzakian

OCT
23

Living Writers' Series
 7:00 pm
LL-430

Acclaimed Author and Educator, Jessica Kim
 Sponsored by the National Center for the Study of Children’s Literature.

OCT
30

Living Writers' Series
 7:00 pm
LL-430

Award-winning Novelist, Jeffrey Dale Lofton

Early Modern Others: Resisting Bias in Renaissance Literature
Peter C. Herman

The Language of Conservation
Sandra Alcosser

Bookishness: Loving Books in a Digital Ages
Jessica Pressman

Tex[t]-Mex: Seductive Hallucinations of the "Mexican" in America
William Nericcio

Befriending the Queer Nineteenth Century: Curious Attachments
Michael Borgstrom

The Ace of Lightning
Stephen-Paul Martin