Meet Our Students

English majors are making a difference at the University and in surrounding communities.

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English Major Spotlight: Bernadette Rechek

As a Fellow of the Hertog Foundation’s summer program this major spent six weeks in Washington, DC studying political theory.

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English Major Spotlight: Cass Bryant

This junior is minoring in Creative Writing and Cultural Studies & Comparative Literature.

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English Major Spotlight: Lilian Nguyen

This senior double-majoring in journalism recommends the class “Intro to Editing and Publishing."

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English Major Spotlight: Devin Everding

This senior in the DirectTrack to Teaching Program recommends the "Science Fiction & Fantasy" class and Octavia Butler's "masterpiece" Dawn.

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English Major Spotlight: Isabella Burke

An exclusive internship at the Museum of Russian Art inspired this senior to minor in history and think about a career in museums.

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English major Leo Dannersmith took advantage of the U’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program to hike the Superior Hiking Trail using 14th-century gear.

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English Major Spotlight: Zayna Amanat

This senior is combining degrees in English and Business Law.

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English Major Spotlight: Alisha Wong

The junior is balancing studies in English and in Human Resources and Industrial Relations at Carlson School of Business.

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English Major Spotlight: Jessica Pilon

This senior has studied Korean for five years and is considering teaching in Korea.

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English Major Spotlight: Destanee Ulrich

The rising junior will be the Minnesota Daily's 2024-2025 Marketing and Engagement Officer.