A Way With Words 

Have you ever argued with a friend about the meaning of a poem or stayed up late discussing the characters in your favorite book?  Have you ever wanted to travel to a place you’ve read about in a novel or wished you could ask the author about what they wrote?  Do you write poems or stories of your own? 

 

If so, the English program at Young Harris College might be for you.  Our program is designed for those who love books, ideas, language, debate, deep thought and creative expression.  We encourage such students to become English majors, but all students can take advantage of the exciting courses and opportunities our program offers.

Click here to review the Curriculum for the BA in English.

An outstanding faculty made up of dynamic teachers who are active scholars and published authors.

Small classes that encourage intensive study and lively discussion.

Courses that explore the full range of American, British and world literature from Beowulf to Toni Morrison and Salmon Rushdie, as well as specialized topics such as postcolonial literature, women in literature and literary theory and criticism.

A creative writing program that offers introductory and advanced courses in poetry, fiction and creative non-fiction, taught by published authors.

Seminars that combine literary study with the study of history, art, philosophy, religion and film, team taught by English professors and faculty from other disciplines.

A Contemporary Authors course and Visiting Writers series that enable you to discuss the works you study with the authors who wrote them.

The chance to travel to the places you read about in your classes.

Generous scholarship opportunities for  English majors.

The English Department sponsors the annual Reece Lecture in memory acclaimed north Georgia poet, novelist, and former YHC faculty member, Byron Herbert Reece.