What You’ll Study in the English Minor
Study literature—including poetry, novels, cinema, and graphic narratives—through the English minor at Reed College. Analyze the complex meanings, formal structures, historical contexts, and inter-relationships of the texts you read under the guidance of our expert faculty. Discover the significance of literature, and explore how an English minor enriches your coursework in other fields.
Why Take English Courses at Reed College?
A Range of Courses
The study of English encompasses many literatures and traditions. In addition to learning to analyze the complex meanings, formal structures, historical contexts, and inter-relationships of the texts you read, you will have the opportunity to take courses that represent a long and varied literary tradition, including the short story, novel, epic, poetry, drama, cinema, fiction, and graphic narrative. Take a seminar on James Joyce, study the novel in Africa, or enroll in the American Pastoral.
Our Creative Writing Concentration
We offer creative writing courses that all Reed students are encouraged to take. Hone your craft and experiment with new ways of writing while also participating in a larger writing community. Classes are taught as writing workshops by practicing writers.
